Deer's Head Center
Deer's Head Center is a 1-star rated nursing home in Salisbury, MD with 80 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 18 health violations on record. Most recent inspection: July 12, 2024.
This facility has abuse citations on its federal record.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Maryland public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 9, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
Health Violations by Year
2024 3 violations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2019 6 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2018 3 violations
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
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.
2017 6 violations
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional.
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being.
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.
Help the resident in making transportation arrangements to and from radiology services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deer's Head Center
- What violations has Deer's Head Center received?
- Deer's Head Center has 18 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Deer's Head Center?
- Deer's Head Center has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Deer's Head Center last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Deer's Head Center safe?
- Safety at Deer's Head Center should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Deer's Head Center?
- Phone: (410) 543-4000. Address: 351 Deer's Head Hospital Road, Salisbury, MD. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Deer's Head Center offer?
- Deer's Head Center is a skilled nursing facility with 80 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Salisbury, MD?
- Compare Deer's Head Center with other nursing homes in Salisbury, MD on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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