Dennett Rehab Center
1113 Mary Drive · Oakland, MD · 21550 · 3013348700
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $17,345 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $32,938 |
Inspection citations (57 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 16, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 16, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 16, 2026
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 16, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 16, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F March 16, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G October 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $17,345 |
| February 2, 2024 | Fine | $7,796 |
| February 2, 2024 | Fine | $7,797 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215216 · certified since June 30, 1973. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.