Last verified: October 2026
North Oaks Communities is a 37-bed licensed nursing home in Baltimore, Baltimore County. Below: its Maryland license, the CMS ratings and inspection results, staffing hours and any federal penalties, with local comparisons.
| OHCQ license # | 03026 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity (OHCQ) | 37 beds |
| CMS certified beds | 37 |
| Average residents per day (CMS) | 26 (71% of certified beds) |
| Medicare / Medicaid | Medicare |
| Ownership (CMS) | For profit - Individual |
| Legal business name | NORTH OAKS COMMUNITIES LLC |
| Chain | Not part of a reported chain |
| First certified for Medicare/Medicaid | May 16, 1991 |
| CMS certification number | 215229 |
| Address | 725 Mount Wilson Lane, Baltimore, MD 21208 (Baltimore County) |
| Phone (OHCQ listing) | (410) 602-0302 |
What is North Oaks Communities's CMS star rating?
CMS rates North Oaks Communities 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 2 for quality measures. The average overall rating among Baltimore County nursing homes is 3.3.
Quality-measure ratings split into long-stay residents (2 stars) and short-stay rehab patients (n/a stars) -- read the one that matches why your parent is going there.
What did inspectors cite at North Oaks Communities on its most recent survey?
Maryland surveyors' most recent standard health inspection of North Oaks Communities, on November 20, 2025, produced 3 health deficiencies.
Most frequent categories in the current cycle: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies (1), Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies (1), Administration Deficiencies (1). Scope/severity runs from A (isolated, no actual harm) to L (widespread immediate jeopardy); G and above mean residents were harmed.
| Survey | Tag | What CMS cited | Scope/severity | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint |
| November 20, 2025 | F0638 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | D | Complaint |
| November 20, 2025 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | D | Complaint |
How well is North Oaks Communities staffed?
North Oaks Communities reports 3.82 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, including 1.51 registered-nurse hours and 2.10 nurse-aide hours; the median for Baltimore County nursing homes is 3.71 hours.
Weekend RN coverage is 1.22 hours per resident per day. Total nursing staff turnover is 48% and RN turnover 60%. 1 administrator(s) left in the past year.
CMS reports no fines or payment denials for North Oaks Communities in the last three years.
How does North Oaks Communities compare with other nursing homes near Baltimore?
By size, North Oaks Communities ranks 41 of 43 nursing homes in Baltimore County; the table compares it with nearby facilities on CMS rating and the deficiencies cited at each one's latest survey.
| Facility | City | Beds | CMS overall | Deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Lake Healthcare At Pikesville | Pikesville | 140 | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 17 |
| King David Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Baltimore | 100 | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 23 |
| Courtland, LLC | Baltimore | 151 | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 17 |
Assisted living nearby: licensed programs in Pikesville.
What should families ask before choosing North Oaks Communities?
Start from North Oaks Communities's inspection and staffing record, visit twice at different times, and put these questions to the administrator.
- Ask whether the facility accepts Maryland Medicaid for long-term care if a rehab stay turns into a permanent one.
Is North Oaks Communities a nursing home or assisted living?
It is a licensed nursing home (comprehensive care facility), not an assisted living program.
| North Oaks Communities is | It is not |
|---|---|
| OHCQ-licensed long-term care facility, license 03026 | An OHCQ assisted living program |
| Rated 5 stars overall by CMS | Rated by Baltimore Senior Advisor |
| Medicare | Free of charge -- Medicare covers only qualifying skilled stays |
Source: OHCQ long-term care directory (as of September 30, 2026); CMS Care Compare provider, deficiency and penalty data (release October 1, 2026). CMS record.
