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Lorien Health Systems - Columbia

6334 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044

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Lorien Health Systems - Columbia is a nursing home in Columbia, 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.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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Facts from CMS

Phone
(410) 531-5300
Last standard health inspection
January 14, 2026 (9 months ago)
Certified beds
205
Residents per day, on average
197.3
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Lorien Nursing & Rehab Ctr INC.
Chain
Lorien Health Services
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Maryland average (53 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.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  3. 19 citations

    Health inspection on January 14, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      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 April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2019.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 2024.

    • 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 April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

    • 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 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 April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0610 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0657 3 times since 2024.

    • 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 April 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

    • 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 F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

    • 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 April 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

    • 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 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0847. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 13, 2026.

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  4. 12 citations

    Fire safety inspection on January 14, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0100. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

    • 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 May 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 May 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2019.

    • 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 May 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0211 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0223 3 times since 2019.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0362. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2019.

    • Citation K0781. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

    • Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

    • Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2024.

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  5. CMS update of January 14, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  6. CMS update of November 20, 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 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.

  7. 6 citations

    Health inspection on September 29, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 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 December 29, 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 December 29, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0757 2 times since 2019.

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  8. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  9. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from July 12, 2024 from $24,680 to $16,042.

  11. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  12. CMS update of September 26, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  13. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  14. 25 citations

    Health inspection on July 12, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    23 of 221 Maryland homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2024.

    • Citation F0730. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      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 August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0941. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0949. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0623. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0625. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • 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 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • 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 August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0740. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 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 August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • 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 August 25, 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 August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

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  15. 9 citations

    Fire safety inspection on July 12, 2024

    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 22, 2024.

    • 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 August 22, 2024.

    • 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 August 22, 2024.

    • 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 August 22, 2024.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 August 22, 2024.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 22, 2024.

    • Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 22, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 22, 2024.

    • 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 August 22, 2024.

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  16. Fine

    July 12, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $16,042 on July 12, 2024.

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  17. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  18. 3 citations

    Health inspection on October 4, 2019

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2019.

    • 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 November 30, 2019.

    • Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 November 30, 2019.

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  19. 4 citations

    Fire safety inspection on October 4, 2019

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 November 30, 2019.

    • Citation K0311. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2019.

    • Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2019.

    • Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2019.

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Owners and managers

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Questions

When was Lorien Health Systems - Columbia last inspected?

CMS lists January 14, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Lorien Health Systems - Columbia have?

CMS lists 53 health citations since October 4, 2019. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Lorien Health Systems - Columbia been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $16,042 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Lorien Health Systems - Columbia?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Lorien Health Systems - Columbia a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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