Sligo Creek Healthcare is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 55/100. Located in Takoma Park, Maryland, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
With 3.26 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sligo Creek Healthcare falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 42 deficiencies at Sligo Creek Healthcare, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.26 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.56 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.77 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.93 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.03 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.45 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Oct 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0573 Severity DLet each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.Oct 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Oct 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Feb 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Feb 19, 2025 · Infection Control 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 | 8.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 5.3% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.7% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 7.0% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.6% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 4.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $12,740
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 55 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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