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Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.

3701 International Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906 · Montgomery County

Learn more about Bedford Court, a premier senior living community. We offer independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and so much more. Call today at 301-598-2900.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 72% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Silver Spring's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Silver Spring, MD, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 43 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sunrise Senior Living network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.88 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•15 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Silver Spring for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 43
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Sunrise Senior Living
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 215246

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,320–$16,490/mo (median $13,980)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,740–$9,000/mo (median $7,350)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Frederick prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.88; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.53; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 24.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 15
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-12-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-12-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

3701 International Drive, Silver Spring, MD

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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4.6

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Common questions about Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.

How much does Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. cost?

Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Silver Spring, MD area typically runs $12,320–$16,490 per month (median $13,980, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.'s Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.?

Staff provide about 4.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bedford Court Healthcare Cent.?

Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. have availability?

Typically 72% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. offer?

Bedford Court Healthcare Cent. in Silver Spring, MD offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 60 beds.

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