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Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

1 Price Drive, Elkton, MD 21921 · Cecil County

Elkton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Elkton, MD provides expert short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. In-house therapy up to 7 days a week. Schedule a tour today.

1.0CMS overall rating(410) 398-6474Visit website ↗
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 92% full (167 of 182 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Elkton, MD, with 182 certified beds and an average of about 167 residents per day. It operates as part of the Lifeworks Rehab network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 66 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $31,134 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.54 hrs/resident/day)
  • 66 deficiencies at last survey
  • $31,134 in federal fines
  • In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Elkton options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
182
Avg. residents/day
167
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Lifeworks Rehab
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
215269

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$13,830–$16,830/mo (median $14,930)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington 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
3.54
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.44
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
50%
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 (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
66
Federal fines
3 ($31,134)
Total penalties
4
Last standard survey
2025-10-09
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (173 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

2025-10-09Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-10-09Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-10-09Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-10-09Fine$9,249
2025-10-09Fine$16,812
2025-10-09Payment denial
2023-08-25Fine$5,073

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • On-site salon / barber
  • Housekeeping & laundry
  • Daily activities & events
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Private rooms available
  • Concierge services
  • 24/7 staff

Location

1 Price Drive, Elkton, MD

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Elkton, MD area typically runs $13,830–$16,830 per month (median $14,930, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 173 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-10-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 92% full (167 of 182 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Elkton, MD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 182 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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