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Sterling Care Bethesda

5721 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814 · Montgomery County

Sterling Care Bethesda Located in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland, Sterling Care Bethesda provides expert care that sets you up for continued success – long after you’veleft our doors. Schedule a Tour Watch Our Video Quiet Comfort, Exceptional Care Tucked within a peaceful residential neighborhood, Sterling Care Bethe…

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (172 of 200 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Bethesda

Sterling Care Bethesda is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bethesda, MD, with 200 certified beds and an average of about 172 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sterling Care network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.17 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.17 hrs/resident/day)
•14 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 200
Avg. residents/day: 172
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Sterling Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 215187

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

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: 3.17; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.45; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 47.3%; 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): 14
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-02-05Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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-trad…

2026-02-05Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2025-03-06Severity 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.

2025-03-06Severity 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.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

5721 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, 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 Bethesda

How much does Sterling Care Bethesda cost?

Sterling Care Bethesda does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bethesda, 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 Sterling Care Bethesda's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sterling Care Bethesda 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sterling Care Bethesda?

Staff provide about 3.17 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sterling Care Bethesda?

Sterling Care Bethesda has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sterling Care Bethesda have availability?

Typically 86% full (172 of 200 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sterling Care Bethesda offer?

Sterling Care Bethesda in Bethesda, MD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 200 beds.

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