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Health Inspection Summary
Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
6121 Montrose Road
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 770-8310
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Deficiency Category
Inspection Date:
2/7/25
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/24 - 4/30/25
Inspection Date:
12/20/19
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/23 - 4/30/24
Inspection Date:
12/10/18
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/22 - 4/30/23
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies201
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies502
Infection Control Deficiencies000
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies412
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies100
Resident Rights Deficiencies111
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies111
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies101
Environmental Deficiencies100
Administration Deficiencies000

Detailed result for inspection on 2/7/25
Date of last standard health inspection:2/7/25Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/24 - 4/30/25
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/24 - 4/30/25
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:16
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Maryland:19.3
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.6
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some
Administration Deficiencies
No Administration Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.

Detailed result for inspection on 12/20/19
Date of last standard health inspection:12/20/19Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/23 - 4/30/24
No complaint inspections
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/23 - 4/30/24
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:3
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Maryland:14.5
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.5
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
No Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
No Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/20/191/28/20
1 - Potential for minimal harm
Some
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/20/191/28/20
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/20/191/28/20
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
No Pharmacy Service Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
No Administration Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.

Detailed result for inspection on 12/10/18
Date of last standard health inspection:12/10/18Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/22 - 4/30/23
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/22 - 4/30/23
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:8
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Maryland:12.1
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:8.8
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

7/15/2210/21/21
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

7/15/228/26/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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.

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

12/10/181/24/19
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
No Administration Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Complaints and facility-reported incidents in the past 3 years
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

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

2/7/253/28/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

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

7/15/2210/21/21
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Few

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

7/15/228/26/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection control inspection deficiencies in the past 3 years
This nursing home has not had any infection control inspections in the past 3 years.
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