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Sterling Care Bel Air

410 East Mcphail Road, Bel Air, MD 21014 · Harford County

Sterling CareBel Air Located in the heart of Bel Air, Maryland, Sterling Care Bel Air provides expert care that sets you up for continued success – long after you’ve left our doors. Schedule a Tour Watch Our Video Exceptional Care in a Community Setting Located in Harford County, Sterling Care Bel Air proudly serves t…

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 83% 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bel Air

Sterling Care Bel Air is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bel Air, MD, with 155 certified beds and an average of about 128 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sterling Care network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.40 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. 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

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.64 hrs/resident/day)
•22 deficiencies at last survey
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bel Air, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 155
Avg. residents/day: 128
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Sterling Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 215312

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	$11,820–$15,820/mo (median $13,410)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Baltimore 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: 3.64; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.40; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 39.3%; 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): 22
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-03-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

2026-03-12Severity 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.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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…

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

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

410 East Mcphail Road, Bel Air, 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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Common questions about Sterling Care Bel Air

How much does Sterling Care Bel Air cost?

Sterling Care Bel Air does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bel Air, MD area typically runs $11,820–$15,820 per month (median $13,410, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Sterling Care Bel Air's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sterling Care Bel Air 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sterling Care Bel Air?

Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sterling Care Bel Air?

Sterling Care Bel Air has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sterling Care Bel Air have availability?

Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sterling Care Bel Air offer?

Sterling Care Bel Air in Bel Air, MD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 155 beds.

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