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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
615 Chestnut Avenue · Towson, MD 21204 · Lic. #03AL0010-J (MD) · 138 certified beds
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Pickersgill Retirement Community is an assisted living community in Towson, Maryland. Its reported capacity is 138 beds. The MD licensing record reads "Licensed" for this listing. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 23 citations, the newest dated 10 April 2026. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 5.43 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data July 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
16
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
16
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
17
Records from August 2018 to April 2026.
April 10, 2026 · E
Citation F0925Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2026 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0909Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0909 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0947Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0947 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0583Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0583 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · D
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 31, 2025 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 28, 2020 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-02-28 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-03-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 28, 2020 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-02-28 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-03-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 28, 2020 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-02-28 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-03-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 28, 2020 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-02-28 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-03-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 5.43 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.58 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
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Sep 2, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 43 to 138 beds.
Reported by Maryland OHCQ
Aug 4, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 138 to 43 beds.
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 26, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 43 to 138 beds.
Reported by Maryland OHCQ
Jul 24, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 138 to 43 beds.
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 43 to 138 beds.
Reported by Maryland OHCQ
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Assisted Living
Median · MD$7,173/moNursing Homes
Median · MD$12,927/moOther licensed providers in Towson, with their own public records.
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