Quick answers
- Where is Stella Maris, Inc.?
- 2300 Dulaney Valley Road, Timonium, MD 21093, in Baltimore County, Maryland.
- What is the phone number of Stella Maris, Inc.?
- (410) 252-4500, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Stella Maris, Inc.?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Stella Maris, Inc. been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Stella Maris, Inc.
- What did inspectors find at Stella Maris, Inc.?
- In its last three inspection cycles (May 11, 2022 to July 28, 2026), Medicare lists 47 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (May 11, 2022 to July 28, 2026), Stella Maris, Inc. had 47 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.16 hours per resident per day; the Maryland average is 3.93 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: July 28, 2026 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 28, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 28, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0695 Level E
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0925 Level D
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
Previous cycle: July 23, 2025 — 27 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 9, 2025 (complaint investigation); July 23, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 27 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0609 Level E
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level E
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0925 Level E
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0921 Level D
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0552 Level D
“Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level D
“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, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0770 Level D
“Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.”
F0840 Level D
“Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Earlier cycle: May 11, 2022 — 13 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 11, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 13 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0641 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0684 Level E
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0804 Level E
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0565 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
F0809 Level D
“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-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.”
F0825 Level D
“Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (17)
K0341 Level F
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0905 Level F
“Ensure that gas containers are correctly designed and tested, and in locations that are labeled.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0351 Level E
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0511 Level E
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0271 Level D
“Have exits that are accessible at all times.”
K0293 Level D
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0371 Level D
“Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0541 Level D
“Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.”
K0919 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.”
K0922 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.70 | 0.88 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.99 | 0.92 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.47 | 2.14 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.16 | 3.93 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.67 | 3.49 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.39 | 0.64 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 44.5% | 40.2% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 38.4% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Stella Maris Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Services Inc | Direct owner | 100% | July 1, 1997 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 390 |
| Average residents per day | 339.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Stella Maris Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1978-11-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2300 Dulaney Valley Road, Timonium, MD 21093 |
| County | Baltimore County |
| State | Maryland |
| Phone | (410) 252‑4500 |
| CMS Certification Number | 215117 |
| Name in Medicare records | STELLA MARIS, INC. |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Orchard Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center3.0 mi · Towson, MD · 2 of 5 stars
- Edenwald3.1 mi · Towson, MD · 5 of 5 stars
- Chestnut GRN Health Center Blakehur3.4 mi · Towson, MD · 5 of 5 stars
- Towson Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center3.5 mi · Towson, MD · 3 of 5 stars
- Pickersgill Retirement Community3.6 mi · Towson, MD · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- University of MD St Joseph Medical Center4.6 mi · Towson, MD · Acute Care Hospital
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center4.7 mi · Baltimore, MD · Acute Care Hospital
- MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital6.4 mi · Baltimore, MD · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13