nursing home in Baltimore, MD
Little Sisters of the Poor
601 Maiden Choice Lane, Baltimore, MD 21228 · (410) 744-9367
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Little Sisters of the Poor at a glance
Little Sisters of the Poor is a 20-bed for-profit nursing home in Baltimore, 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 7.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 25, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Maryland average is 17.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.3% per year (state average 40.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 20
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 2010
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Baltimore County
- CMS Certification Number
- 215354
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) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Maryland avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.25 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.69 hrs | 0.84 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.14 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.42 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 40.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 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) | 1 | 17 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 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 | 20 | 124 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 17 | 106 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84% | 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) | 10.4% | 2.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 35.4% | 13.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 31.8% | 20.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.1% | 22.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 44.8% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.6% | 25% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 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 August 25, 2025 |
| June 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 September 29, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| June 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| June 25, 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 June 30, 2025 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | 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 May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2023 |
| January 4, 2019 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2019 |
| January 4, 2019 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 April 23, 2019 |
| January 4, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2019 |
| January 4, 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 March 12, 2019 |
| January 4, 2019 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRUSCHE, DEBORAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| KLEIBUSCH, LOIS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| PICHE, MARIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| POCOCK, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| BRUSCHE, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| KLEIBUSCH, LOIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| PICHE, MARIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| POCOCK, BARBARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Little Sisters of the Poor's rating?
Little Sisters of the Poor 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 Little Sisters of the Poor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Maryland average of 17. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Little Sisters of the Poor 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 Little Sisters of the Poor?
It is for profit - individual. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Little Sisters of the Poor and how do I contact it?
Little Sisters of the Poor is at 601 Maiden Choice Lane, Baltimore, MD 21228. Phone: (410) 744-9367.
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.