nursing home in Columbia, MD
Residences at Vantage Point
5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044 · (410) 992-1100
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- 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
Residences at Vantage Point at a glance
Residences at Vantage Point is a 44-bed non-profit nursing home in Columbia, Maryland (Howard 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 5.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 19, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Maryland average is 17.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 16.7% per year (state average 40.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 29, 2003
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Howard County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215344
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) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 5.18 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.55 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.69 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.75 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 40.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 38.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 9 | 17 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 40 | 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 | 44 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 19 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 44.1% | 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) | 1.9% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 44.1% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.6% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 10.2% | 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) | 13.6% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.6% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.4% | 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) | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.6% | 80.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.7% | 79.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| December 13, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 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 11, 2025 |
| December 13, 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 4, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| December 13, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 13, 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 24, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 13, 2024 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 January 24, 2025 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2020 |
| December 5, 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 February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 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 February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 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 February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 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 February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0642 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 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 February 1, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BANK OF NY MELLON Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2007 |
| HITCHCOCK, ALEXIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| LAZRIS, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| BALKIN, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BALOH, BRANDAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BARRON, STEVE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| BEDNARZIK, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BRUETTE, LEO Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| CASTELLAN, SUSAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| IMRE, VICTORIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| MARTIN, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| MILES, FRANK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ROMANO, CAROL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| THOMAS, VIRGINIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2010 |
| WADE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BEDNARZIK, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| CASTELLAN, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MARTIN, BRUCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| THOMAS, VIRGINIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| CAREY, PIERCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2023 |
| HITCHCOCK, ALEXIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2023 |
| LAZRIS, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2010 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Residences at Vantage Point's rating?
Residences at Vantage Point 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 Residences at Vantage Point receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Residences at Vantage Point 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 Residences at Vantage Point?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Life Care Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Residences at Vantage Point and how do I contact it?
Residences at Vantage Point is at 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044. Phone: (410) 992-1100.
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.