nursing home in Washington, DC
The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility
1731 Bunker Hill Road NE, Washington, DC 20017 · (202) 832-4400
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measuresNot rated
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility at a glance
The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility is a 16-bed non-profit nursing home in Washington, District of Columbia (The District County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the District of Columbia average of 3.4.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 25, 2025) found 5 health citations. The District of Columbia average is 23.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 16
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 6, 2019
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- The District County
- CMS Certification Number
- 095040
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | District of Columbia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | District of Columbia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 23 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 16 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 240.7 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | District of Columbia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $74,232 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | District of Columbia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 16 | 146 | 107 |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | District of Columbia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.5% | 7.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 6.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 6.1% | 0.5% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 64.5% | 12.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0% | 21.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 25, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Provide immediate access to any resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0562 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2024 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| February 9, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2023 |
| August 12, 2021 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2021 |
| August 12, 2021 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2025 |
| EPPS, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/06/2023 |
| NELSON, PHILLICIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| HOLSON, DEBORAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2015 |
| RILEY-BROWN, MICHELLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| EPPS, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/06/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility's rating?
The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for District of Columbia nursing homes is 3.4 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a District of Columbia average of 23.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility is at 1731 Bunker Hill Road NE, Washington, DC 20017. Phone: (202) 832-4400.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.