Last verified: October 2026
The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant is a 16-bed licensed nursing home in Ellicott City, Howard County. Below: its Maryland license, the CMS ratings and inspection results, staffing hours and any federal penalties, with local comparisons.
| OHCQ license # | 13012 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity (OHCQ) | 16 beds |
| CMS certified beds | 16 |
| Average residents per day (CMS) | 13 (79% of certified beds) |
| Medicare / Medicaid | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership (CMS) | Non profit - Corporation |
| Legal business name | THE LUTHERAN VILLAGE AT MILLER'S GRANT INC |
| Chain | Not part of a reported chain |
| First certified for Medicare/Medicaid | April 18, 2017 |
| CMS certification number | 215363 |
| Address | 9120 Fathers Legacy, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Howard County) |
| Phone (OHCQ listing) | (410) 696-6700 |
What is The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant's CMS star rating?
CMS rates The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 3 for quality measures. The average overall rating among Howard County nursing homes is 3.5.
Quality-measure ratings split into long-stay residents (3 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 The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant on its most recent survey?
Maryland surveyors' most recent standard health inspection of The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant, on June 26, 2026, produced 3 health deficiencies.
Most frequent categories in the current cycle: Resident Rights Deficiencies (1), Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies (1), Infection Control 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard |
| June 26, 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard |
| June 26, 2026 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Standard |
How well is The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant staffed?
The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant reports 5.38 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, including 1.50 registered-nurse hours and 2.96 nurse-aide hours; the median for Howard County nursing homes is 4.15 hours.
Weekend RN coverage is 1.30 hours per resident per day. Total nursing staff turnover is 44% and RN turnover 20%. 1 administrator(s) left in the past year.
CMS reports no fines or payment denials for The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant in the last three years.
How does The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant compare with other nursing homes near Ellicott City?
By size, The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant ranks 6 of 6 nursing homes in Howard 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residences At Vantage Point | Columbia | 44 | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 9 |
| Encore At Turf Valley | Ellicott City | 91 | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 9 |
| Lorien Nursing & Rehab Ctr - Elkridge | Elkridge | 70 | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 13 |
| Ellicott City Healthcare Center | Ellicott City | 182 | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 44 |
| Lorien Health Systems - Columbia | Columbia | 205 | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 19 |
Assisted living nearby: licensed programs in Ellicott City.
What should families ask before choosing The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant?
Read the CMS record for The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant first, then tour at a mealtime and on a weekend, and ask the questions its own data raises.
- Ask whether the facility accepts Maryland Medicaid for long-term care if a rehab stay turns into a permanent one.
Is The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant a nursing home or assisted living?
It is a licensed nursing home (comprehensive care facility), not an assisted living program.
| The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant is | It is not |
|---|---|
| OHCQ-licensed long-term care facility, license 13012 | An OHCQ assisted living program |
| Rated 5 stars overall by CMS | Rated by Baltimore Senior Advisor |
| Medicare and Medicaid | 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.
