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Sterling Care Forest Hill

109 FOREST VALLEY DRIVE, FOREST HILL, MD, 21050

(410) 838-0101

sterlingcarehealth.com/sterling-care-forest-hill

156 licensed beds

★★★★★5/5CMS Five-Star overall4/5 health inspections3/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Address

109 Forest Valley Drive

Forest Hill, MD 21050

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Bed capacity

156

State license

2412007

CMS facility ID

215194

Care type

Nursing home

Facility name

Sterling Care Forest Hill

Street address

109 FOREST VALLEY DRIVE

City / state / ZIP

Forest Hill, MD 21050

Phone

(410) 838-0101

Website

sterlingcarehealth.com/sterling-care-forest-hill

State license #

2412007

About this facility — Sterling Care Forest Hill

Sterling Care Forest Hill is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Forest Hill, Maryland. It is licensed for 156 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Maryland (120 beds).

It is one of 5 senior care facilities in Forest Hill and 221 skilled nursing facilities across Maryland. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Sterling Care Forest Hill 79 times across 7 inspections in the last three years, including 3 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $10,036 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company

Sterling Care

Ownership type

For profit - Corporation

Registered owners & officers

Bbf Holdings Llc

Direct owner — 100% stake — since 2022

Frankel, Chaim

Indirect owner — since 2022

Jek Irrv Tr

Indirect owner — since 2022

Kagan, Jeffrey

Managing employee · Officer — since 2022

Nmj Irrv Tr

Indirect owner — since 2022

Sava Acquisition Llc

Indirect owner — since 2022

Regulatory standing

Licensed / certified since

1989-04-17

CMS overall rating

5 of 5 stars

Health deficiencies

12 at the last standard inspection

Federal fines

$10,036 total

Last standard inspection

2025-12-22

Nurse staffing

3.8 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges

$643 per day (≈ $19,550/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.

Payer mix (resident days)

56% Medicaid · 27% Medicare · 18% private/other

Occupancy

81% (fiscal year 2023)

Vs. state median

46% above the MD median of $439/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds

156

Licensed as

Long Term Care

Medicare

Accepted

Medicaid

Accepted

Wheelchair accessible

entrance and parking

Visiting hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 3 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.

2025-12-22Health inspection12 citations

F-0558

D · No harm found

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0584

E · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0677

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0684

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0692

D · No harm found

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0695

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0756

D · No harm found

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0761

D · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0842

D · No harm found

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0881

D · No harm found

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0883

D · No harm found

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2026-01-27

F-0887

D · No harm found

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Corrected 2026-01-27

2024-08-14Health inspection7 citations

F-0561

D · No harm found

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Corrected 2024-09-13

F-0580

D · No harm found

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Corrected 2024-09-13

F-0584

D · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2024-09-13

F-0689

J · Immediate jeopardy

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

Corrected 2022-07-21

F-0732

D · No harm found

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2024-09-13

F-0812

F · No harm foundFood safety

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-09-13

F-0921

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2024-09-13

4 earlier / fire-safety inspections (60 citations)

2023-10-24Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation

F-0609

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2023-11-13

2019-09-27Health inspection19 citations

F-0550

E · No harm found

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0558

D · No harm found

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0578

D · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0584

D · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0609

D · No harm found

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0623

D · No harm found

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0658

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0677

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0684

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0698

D · No harm found

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0730

D · No harm found

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0756

D · No harm found

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0761

D · No harm found

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0770

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0790

D · No harm found

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0804

D · No harm foundFood safety

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0812

D · No harm foundFood safety

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0842

D · No harm found

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2019-10-11

F-0925

D · No harm found

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2019-10-11

2025-12-22Fire-safety inspection15 citations

K-0100

D · No harm found

Meet other general requirements.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0211

D · No harm found

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0223

E · No harm found

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0321

E · No harm found

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0324

F · No harm found

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0345

F · No harm found

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0353

E · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0355

D · No harm found

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0511

E · No harm found

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0541

D · No harm found

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0761

F · No harm found

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0781

D · No harm found

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0914

F · No harm found

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0918

F · No harm found

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2026-02-26

K-0923

E · No harm found

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2026-02-26

2024-08-14Fire-safety inspection25 citations

E-0004

F · No harm found

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0211

D · No harm found

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0222

E · No harm found

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0291

E · No harm found

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0293

E · No harm found

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0321

E · No harm found

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0324

F · No harm found

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0345

F · No harm found

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0347

E · No harm found

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0352

F · No harm found

Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0353

F · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0355

E · No harm found

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0362

E · No harm found

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0363

E · No harm found

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0374

E · No harm found

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0500

D · No harm found

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0511

E · No harm found

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0541

D · No harm found

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0711

D · No harm found

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0712

F · No harm found

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0771

F · No harm found

Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0914

F · No harm found

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0916

F · No harm found

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0918

F · No harm found

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-10-18

K-0921

E · No harm found

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2024-10-18

Federal penalties

2024-08-14Fine$10,036

Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 215194.

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.

3.8184 ratings on Google

★Cynthia Lovrovich · 2026-07-05 · via Google
“Beware of where you are putting your loved ones if you really care about them and their well being. My mom was there bc she had a mini stroke. I received one complaint after another each and every day. It seemed like most of the complaints were regarding the evening staff. Alot of the aides were either nasty, rude or just plain ignored you. There was a big lack of response whenever a patient …”

★★★Judy Beall · 2026-04-10 · via Google
“My husband was there for rehab to get better at walking again but he passed away there instead. I had requested all my paperwork ( bank statements, personal papers) back and Heather said she sent it out in the mail. I had paid $75 to get all that paperwork to her when she needed it in such a quick short time. Yet she put it back to me in first class and it has been over a month now and it has not …”

★Trish Davies · 2026-08-02 · via Google
“DO NOT, I BEG YOU, DO NOT SEND ANYONE HERE! It is an absolute horrid facility. They neglected my dad. If someone didn't feed him, he didn't eat. If I could give them zero stars, I would; one star indicates some sort of rating, and it won't let you give a negative rating. There are bedsores on him. Pressure sore on his heel that was at least 2-3 inches in diameter...should have been seen days, if n…”

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Last verified 2026-08-31

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