Pickersgill Retirement Community
615 Chestnut Avenue · Towson, MD · 21204 · 4108257423
43 certified beds For profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
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: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.85 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.23 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.07 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 19, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E January 31, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 31, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2018
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 6, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2018
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 September 6, 2018 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2018
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected September 6, 2018 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215259 · certified since February 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.