Denton Nursing and Rehab
420 Colonial Drive · Denton, MD · 21629 · 4104794400
100 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Key Health Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 4 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.32 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.03 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $28,670 |
Inspection citations (94 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected December 1, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 | Fine | $12,735 |
| September 4, 2025 | Fine | $15,935 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215149 · certified since April 1, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.