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Complaint Investigation

Sterling Care Bel Air

Inspection Date: August 21, 2025
Total Violations 11
Facility ID 215312
Location BEL AIR, MD
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0551

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0551 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0580

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0580 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0584

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0600

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Actual Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0600 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Scope/Severity Level G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.

Actual harm to residents was documented as a result of this deficiency.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0606

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Actual Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0606 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

Scope/Severity Level G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.

Actual harm to residents was documented as a result of this deficiency.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0658

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0658 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0757 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0804

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0804 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

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F-Tag F0842

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0842 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-08-21.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of STERLING CARE BEL AIR.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-01.

πŸ“‹ Inspection Summary

STERLING CARE BEL AIR in BEL AIR, MD inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in BEL AIR, MD, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from STERLING CARE BEL AIR or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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