RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Sandy Spring, MD (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring
3.5/5
+0.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Sandy Spring Avg Rating
$23K$30K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeSandy Spring, MD

Friends Nursing Home

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
82 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Maryland avg of 3.1

17340 Quaker LaneSandy Spring, MD 20860

(301) 924-7531

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Care landscape in Sandy Spring

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

  • Population 65+31.8%

    About 69% higher than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover22.6%

    About 44% lower than the state average of 40.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability9.2%

    About 28% lower than the state average of 12.7%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Sandy Spring, MD?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Sandy Spring, 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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