nursing home in Towson, MD
Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur
1055 West Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21204 · (410) 296-2900
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur at a glance
Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur is a 49-bed for-profit nursing home in Towson, Maryland (Baltimore 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 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) 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 36.7% per year (state average 40.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 49
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Services
- Medicare-certified since
- October 13, 1993
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Baltimore County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215255
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) | 5 / 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4.66 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.23 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.32 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.31 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.7% | 40.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 11 | 17 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50 | 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 | 49 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 38 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 76.5% | 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) | 0.8% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.4% | 5.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.3% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 35% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.6% | 22.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.6% | 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) | 39.4% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.6% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 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) | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.7% | 80.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 80% | 79.1% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 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 February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 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 February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Standard | Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0840 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 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 February 18, 2026 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 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 October 3, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 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 October 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 24, 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 24, 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 August 30, 2024 |
| July 3, 2019 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| July 3, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2019 |
| July 3, 2019 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 August 15, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CHESTNUT REAL ESTATE PARTNERSHIP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 98% | 12/02/2010 |
| CHESTNUT VILLAGE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/02/2010 |
| CONTINENTAL CARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/29/1985 |
| LUETKEMEYER, JOHN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/27/1992 |
| MULLAN, THOMAS Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/27/1992 |
| ROSEDALE CARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/27/1992 |
| THE JOHN A.LUETKEMEYER, JR. REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/14/2003 |
| THOMAS F. MULLAN, III REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/20/2008 |
| WEST JOPPA ROAD LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/02/2010 |
| BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2021 |
| BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2021 |
| EIRING, PHYLLIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2025 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| THE CHESTNUT REAL ESTATE PARTNERSHIP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2025 |
| ZIBELL, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2025 |
| CHESTNUT VILLAGE LLC Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2010 |
| SHAPIRO, JOSEPH Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/1990 |
| THE CHESTNUT REAL ESTATE PARTNERSHIP Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2010 |
| WEST JOPPA ROAD LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2010 |
| MCCARTHY PARTNERS, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2021 |
| DAVIS, JAMES Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| DUFFY, PATRICK Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| BIRD, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| LAHEY, DANIEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| MCMENAMIN, ROBERTA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2014 |
| SHAW, GELYNNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2023 |
| UHLEMANN, BRIDGETTE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| VICTOR, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| BLESSING, LONNY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2023 |
| EIRING, PHYLLIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2023 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2010 |
| VICTOR, JASON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| ZIBELL, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur's rating?
Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur 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 Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur 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 Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Life Care Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur and how do I contact it?
Chestnut Grn Hlth Ctr Blakehur is at 1055 West Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21204. Phone: (410) 296-2900.
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.