RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Elkton, MD (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Elkton, MD, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Elkton
2.0/5
-1.1 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Elkton Avg Rating
$63K+$10K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeElkton, MD

Laurelwood Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
110 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Maryland avg of 3.1

100 Laurel DriveElkton, MD 21921

(410) 398-8800

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Nursing HomeElkton, MD

Elkton Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
182 BedsStandard health inspection Oct 2025

Below Maryland avg of 3.1

1 Price DriveElkton, MD 21921

(410) 398-6474

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Care landscape in Elkton

How Elkton compares with the rest of Maryland on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.1%

    About 14% lower than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover44.1%

    About 10% higher than the state average of 40.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability15.0%

    About 18% higher than the state average of 12.7%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Elkton, MD?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Elkton, MD and shows the top 2.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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