Forest Hills of Dc
4901 Connecticut Avenue, Nw · Washington, DC · 20008 · 2029667623
55 certified beds Non profit - Other
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 28% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $9,311 |
Inspection citations (46 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
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 30, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 30, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 30, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 30, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 30, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
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 February 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected December 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 9, 2023 | Fine | $9,311 |
| August 9, 2023 | Payment Denial | 11 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 095038 · certified since December 27, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.