nursing home in Gaithersburg, MD
Wilson Health Care Center
301 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 · (301) 216-4004
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wilson Health Care Center at a glance
Wilson Health Care Center is a 285-bed non-profit nursing home in Gaithersburg, Maryland (Montgomery County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Maryland average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 1, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Maryland average is 17.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 13.5% per year (state average 40.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 285
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Asbury Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- April 10, 1975
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215099
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.12 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.06 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.13 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.66 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 13.5% | 40.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 19% | 38.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 17 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 115.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Maryland 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 | $21,934 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 285 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 163 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 57.3% | 84.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.5% | 5.9% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.1% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.2% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.3% | 22.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.4% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.9% | 22.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 10% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.4% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 96.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 80.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.5% | 79.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 14, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2025 |
| May 1, 2026 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 June 11, 2026 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 29, 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 | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASBURY COMMUNITIES INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/2006 |
| ANDREWS, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| ASBURY COMMUNITIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2006 |
| JEANNERET, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2017 |
| JOSEPH, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2001 |
| KRUTH, RACHEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| TAVAKOLI-JALILI, NADER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| ANDREWS, TODD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| HARBISON, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| HILL-MILBOURNE, VERONICA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MATUS GARCIA, MARIANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SHUMAN, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| SPROLES, EFONDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| ANDREWS, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| JEANNERET, ANDREW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2017 |
| JOSEPH, ANDREW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2006 |
| ANDREWS, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| KRUTH, RACHEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wilson Health Care Center's rating?
Wilson Health Care Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Maryland nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Wilson Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wilson Health Care Center 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 Wilson Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Asbury Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wilson Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Wilson Health Care Center is at 301 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. Phone: (301) 216-4004.
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.