Blue Point Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 22/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Maryland. Families considering this Baltimore facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Blue Point Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.49 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 82 deficiencies at Blue Point Healthcare Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.49 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.62 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.68 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.19 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.27 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0740 Severity JEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Jul 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0867 Severity JSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Jul 6, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0554 Severity DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Jul 6, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Jul 6, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0602 Severity DProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Jul 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 4.8% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 2.2% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 21.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 23.7% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $339,648
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 22 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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