Sterling Care Bel Air
410 East McPhail Road, Bel Air, MD 21014
Sterling Care Bel Air is a nursing home in Bel Air, Maryland. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 4 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (410) 838-7810
- Last standard health inspection
- March 12, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 155
- Residents per day, on average
- 134.2
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Bel Air SNF Operator LLC
- Chain
- Sterling Care
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Maryland average (45 vs 52).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
10 citations
Health inspection on March 12, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
Citation F0726. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0726 2 times since 2019.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2019.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2019.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 12, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0211 3 times since 2019.
Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0223 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 3 times since 2019.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 3 times since 2019.
Citation K0341. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 17, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 9, 2025.
11 citations
Health inspection on August 21, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
26 of 221 Maryland homes (12%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0606. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0804. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 3 times since 2019.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0551. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0757 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
13 citations
Health inspection on December 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0814. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0692. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0809. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0572. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0661. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0770. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 13, 2025.
22 citations
Fire safety inspection on December 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0347. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0281. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0281 2 times since 2019.
Citation K0293. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2025.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0100. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0225. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0500. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation K0521. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
10 citations
Health inspection on July 2, 2019
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0726. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0730. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0559. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 16, 2019.
4 citations
Fire safety inspection on July 2, 2019
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2019.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2019.
Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2019.
Citation K0281. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 30, 2019.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- BBF HOLDINGS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 06/01/2022
- JEK IRRV TR5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 06/01/2022
- NMJ IRRV TR5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 06/01/2022
- SAVA ACQUISITION LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 06/01/2022
- FRANKEL, CHAIM5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 06/01/2022
Questions
When was Sterling Care Bel Air last inspected?
CMS lists March 12, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Sterling Care Bel Air have?
CMS lists 45 health citations since July 2, 2019. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Sterling Care Bel Air been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Sterling Care Bel Air?
Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.
Is Sterling Care Bel Air a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.