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FAIRLAND CENTER

2101 FAIRLAND ROAD, SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Score: 43 / 100

Fairland Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 43/100. The facility ranks in the 29th percentile among Maryland nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.

Staffing at Fairland Center is near the national average, with 3.75 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 59 deficiencies at Fairland Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.75 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.17 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.93 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.66 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.40 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.92 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

59
Total Deficiencies
Nov 19, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 4 Minor 🟠 55 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity D
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Apr 15, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 13.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 6.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 4.5% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 30.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
92
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 15, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
31