nursing home in Silver Spring, MD

Althea Woodland Nursing Home

1000 Daleview Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20901 · (301) 434-2646

★★★★★4

Above average
CMS overall star rating

Health inspections★★★★★4
Staffing★★★★★4
Quality measures★★★★★3

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Althea Woodland Nursing Home at a glance

Althea Woodland Nursing Home is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in Silver Spring, Maryland (Montgomery County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Maryland average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 25, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Maryland average is 17.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 18.9% per year (state average 40.2%).

Facility details

Type: Nursing home
Ownership: For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds: 50
Certified for: Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since: June 1, 1991
Resident/family council: Resident
County: Montgomery County
CMS Certification Number: 215228

Ratings

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)	4 / 5	3.2 / 5	3 / 5	Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)	4 / 5	2.9 / 5	2.8 / 5	Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)	4 / 5	3.2 / 5	2.9 / 5	Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)	3 / 5	3.9 / 5	3.6 / 5	Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)	3 / 5	3.7 / 5	3.8 / 5	Worse

Staffing

Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Maryland and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)	3.70 hrs	3.87 hrs	3.86 hrs	Average
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.57 hrs	0.84 hrs	0.69 hrs	Worse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)	2.31 hrs	2.12 hrs	2.32 hrs	Average
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)	3.38 hrs	3.47 hrs	3.42 hrs	Average
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	18.9%	40.2%	45.8%	Better

Inspections

Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Maryland and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)	14	17	9	Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)	1	5	3	Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)	54	115.1	80.6	Better

Penalties

Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Maryland and U.S. averages

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.
Certified beds	50	124	107
Average residents per day	49	106	86
Occupancy	97.6%	84.7%	80.9%

Long-stay residents

Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Maryland and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)	2.3%	2.4%	3.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)	10.4%	5.9%	4.6%	Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	26.8%	13.8%	15.4%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)	3.5%	1.5%	1.6%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)	0.6%	0.5%	0.8%	Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)	23%	20.4%	13.9%	Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)	12.9%	22.2%	14.1%	Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)	6.7%	5.4%	5.2%	Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)	1.2%	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)	13.3%	16.7%	19.5%	Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)	21.9%	25%	19%	Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	95.5%	96.6%	95.5%	Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	79.7%	92.6%	93.6%	Worse

Short-stay residents

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Maryland and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	0%	1.1%	1.6%	Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	43.7%	79.1%	82%	Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 30 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
June 23, 2026 Complaint	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	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 21, 2026
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 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 November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 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 July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 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 July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Enure that solid fuel-burning fireplaces are not in patient sleeping areas. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0525	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 5, 2025
April 25, 2025 Fire safety	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 28, 2025
April 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	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 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 June 23, 2025
April 25, 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 June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 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 23, 2025
April 25, 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 June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 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 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
April 25, 2025 Standard	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 23, 2025
August 2, 2024 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 22, 2024
August 2, 2024 Complaint	Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0626	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 22, 2024
August 2, 2024 Complaint	Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 22, 2024
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Fire safety	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 6, 2021
April 9, 2021 Standard	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 June 7, 2021
April 9, 2021 Standard	Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 7, 2021
April 9, 2021 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 7, 2021
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 31, 2019
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 19, 2019
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 21, 2019
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918	C No harm, widespread	Corrected September 19, 2019
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331	B No harm, pattern	Corrected August 21, 2019
July 11, 2019 Fire safety	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741	B No harm, pattern	Corrected July 31, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 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 September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 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 September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0807	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 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	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 Standard	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730	C No harm, widespread	Corrected September 10, 2019
July 11, 2019 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	B No harm, pattern	Corrected September 10, 2019

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
MEYER, TONI Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	50%	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	5% or greater mortgage interest	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	adp of the snf	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	corporate director	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	direct ownership interest	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	managing control - governing body	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010
MEYER, PHILIP Individual	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	05/01/2010

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Frequently asked questions

What is Althea Woodland Nursing Home's rating?

Althea Woodland Nursing Home has 4 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 Althea Woodland Nursing Home receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Althea Woodland Nursing Home 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 Althea Woodland Nursing Home?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Althea Woodland Nursing Home and how do I contact it?

Althea Woodland Nursing Home is at 1000 Daleview Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20901. Phone: (301) 434-2646.

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.