nursing home in Towson, MD
Pickersgill Retirement Community
615 Chestnut Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 · (410) 825-7423
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
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
Pickersgill Retirement Community at a glance
Pickersgill Retirement Community is a 43-bed non-profit nursing home in Towson, Maryland (Baltimore 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 5.4 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 (April 10, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Maryland average is 17.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 43
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Baltimore County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215259
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) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 5.43 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.24 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.85 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 17 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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 | 43 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 31 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73% | 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) | 13% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10% | 5.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.7% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.7% | 22.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 15.4% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 16% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 96.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 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) | 0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.2% | 79.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2026 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 2, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 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 June 2, 2026 |
| April 10, 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 May 19, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Complaint | 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 May 19, 2026 |
| April 10, 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 May 19, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2026 |
| January 31, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 March 23, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 28, 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 March 16, 2020 |
| February 28, 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 March 16, 2020 |
| February 28, 2020 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 March 16, 2020 |
| February 28, 2020 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 March 16, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALLEN, MARIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2025 |
| ZIBELL, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2025 |
| ALLEN, MARIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| EISNEBERG, BARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2015 |
| FLOWER, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| GERBERG, KENNETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/09/2007 |
| KARPOVICH, JILL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| KNIGHT, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2023 |
| LONG, CAROL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| SMITH, EMILY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1999 |
| AUWAERTER, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| BROOKE, ANN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2001 |
| CARROLL, MARSHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| FINNEGAN, FRAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| FORSTER, KRISTEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| HUGHES, WINNIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| ORTWEIN, SANDRA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| TULLY, FAYE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| EISNEBERG, BARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2015 |
| KNIGHT, NICOLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pickersgill Retirement Community's rating?
Pickersgill Retirement Community 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 Pickersgill Retirement Community receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pickersgill Retirement Community 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 Pickersgill Retirement Community?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pickersgill Retirement Community and how do I contact it?
Pickersgill Retirement Community is at 615 Chestnut Avenue, Towson, MD 21204. Phone: (410) 825-7423.
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.