Alice Byrd Tawes Nursing Home
Scout 96Crisfield, MD · 76 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Crisfield's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,820–$14,480/mo
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Deer's Head Center
351 Deer's Head Hospital Road, Salisbury, MD 21801 · Wicomico County
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 40% full — availability is generally good.
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.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Salisbury
Deer's Head Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Salisbury, MD, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 32 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 9.47 total nurse hours per resident each day (4.99 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $41,265 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (9.47 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$41,265 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Salisbury, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 80
- Avg. residents/day
- 32
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 215132
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,820–$14,480/mo (median $12,280) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Salisbury prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 9.47
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 4.99
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($41,265)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-12-16Severity D — 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.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-12-16Severity B — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2024-07-12Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-12 | Fine | $41,265 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
351 Deer's Head Hospital Road, Salisbury, MD
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Deer's Head Center cost?
Deer's Head Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Salisbury, MD area typically runs $10,820–$14,480 per month (median $12,280, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Deer's Head Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Deer's Head Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Deer's Head Center?
Staff provide about 9.47 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Deer's Head Center?
Deer's Head Center has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Deer's Head Center have availability?
Typically 40% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Deer's Head Center offer?
Deer's Head Center in Salisbury, MD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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