Copper Ridge Nursing And Assisted Living Center
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland · CCN 215265 · For-profit (LLC) · not part of a chain
CMS rates Copper Ridge Nursing And Assisted Living Center 1 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 66 certified beds, 62 residents a day on average. 54 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 2 at immediate jeopardy; 1 fine totalling $9,113.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 1 / 3 of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 4.02401 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.79851 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 3.79143 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 60.8% (registered nurses 61.5%) |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 complaint survey |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-22 complaint survey |
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-22 complaint survey |
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Past Non-Compliance 2025-10-08 |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0941 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-02 |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0944 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-02 |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-02 |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0730 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-02 |
| 2025-12-11 complaint survey |
Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0945 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-02 |
| 2025-06-05 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 complaint survey |
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Past Non-Compliance 2024-06-12 |
| 2025-06-05 complaint survey |
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0605 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0628 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0756 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0757 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0791 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0881 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0887 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-06-05 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0919 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-01 |
| 2021-09-22 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0838 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0557 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0561 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0725 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0730 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0741 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0804 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0809 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · tag F0868 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2021-09-22 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0947 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-21 |
| 2018-09-17 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0623 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0772 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0775 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
| 2018-09-17 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2018-11-09 |
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-11 | Fine | $9,113 |
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carroll Md Holdco LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | — | 2024-03-01 |
| Bharaj, Narender Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2025-06-26 |
| Scherer, Timothy Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2025-06-25 |
| Mayer, Moishe Individual | corporate director | — | 2024-03-01 |
| Mayer, Moishe Individual | indirect ownership interest | — | 2024-03-01 |
| Scherer, Timothy Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-01 |
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Carroll County.