nursing home in Silver Spring, MD
Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.
3701 International Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906 · (301) 598-2900
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. at a glance
Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Silver Spring, 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 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 20, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Maryland average is 17.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 19.1% per year (state average 40.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sunrise Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- January 27, 1993
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215246
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) | 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 5.06 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.62 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.98 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.58 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 19.1% | 40.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 38.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 4 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 17 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 74 | 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 | 60 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 43 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71% | 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) | 2.9% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.7% | 5.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.6% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 10% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 25.7% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.4% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.7% | 96.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.3% | 80.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.5% | 79.1% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 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 June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 15, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 Standard | 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 April 22, 2026 |
| March 20, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 11, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 26, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2025 |
| February 27, 2020 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 11, 2020 |
| February 27, 2020 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 11, 2020 |
| February 27, 2020 Fire safety | Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0221 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 11, 2020 |
| February 27, 2020 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2020 |
| February 27, 2020 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 April 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERNSTEIN, CHRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2024 |
| COELHO, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| FALCO, DENISE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| FRANTZ, EDWARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| HARRIS, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| KESSLER, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| KIM, CECILIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/07/2022 |
| NASRAWY, CINDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2024 |
| O'RIORDAN, DAMIEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| PAINTER, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| ROYAL, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| SEKEL, WENDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| SUNRISE SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| THOMPSON, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| WELLS, ANJA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| WELLTOWER OPCO GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| WELLTOWER TRS HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| WELLTOWER OPCO GROUP LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| WELLTOWER TRS HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| BERNSTEIN, CHRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2024 |
| COELHO, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| FALCO, DENISE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| FRANTZ, EDWARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| KESSLER, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| KIM, CECILIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/07/2022 |
| NASRAWY, CINDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2024 |
| O'RIORDAN, DAMIEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| PAINTER, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| ROYAL, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| SEKEL, WENDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| SUNRISE SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| THOMPSON, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2022 |
| WELLS, ANJA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.'s rating?
Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. 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 Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. 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 Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Sunrise Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. and how do I contact it?
Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. is at 3701 International Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Phone: (301) 598-2900.
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.