Residences at Vantage Point

Name: Residences at Vantage Point
Address: 5400 VANTAGE POINT ROAD, Columbia, MD, 21044, US
Telephone: 4109645454

5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044 · Howard County · 44 certified beds · avg 19 residents/day · certified since Sep 29, 2003 · Medicare only — not Medicaid certified

Certified for Medicare only. Medicare pays for short rehabilitation stays, not for long-term care — and this facility cannot bill Medicaid, which is what most families rely on for a long stay. Ask what a long-term stay here would cost and how it would be paid for. Who pays for nursing home care →

Part of chain: LIFE CARE SERVICES (43 facilities, chain avg rating 4.1★)

4/5

Health inspection rating (on-site)

Serious findings on record

Fines, last 3 years

5.55

Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)

What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)

Health inspection rating: ★★★★☆4/5 · CMS overall rating: 5/5

The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and self-reported quality measures.

All citations in the current public record (26)

CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed.

Date	Severity	What the facility was cited for
Mar 19, 2026	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's complete medication regimen and medical chart every month, or did not follow its own rules for reporting medication problems.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not honor residents' rights to request, refuse, or stop treatment, to decline participation in medical research, or to make an advance directive — a written statement of their wishes for future medical care.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not immediately notify the resident, their doctor, and a family member when something significant happened — such as an injury, a decline in health, or a room change. Families and doctors are entitled to know right away.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility admitted a resident without a doctor's order, or did not make sure each resident stayed under a doctor's ongoing care.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep residents' medications free from unnecessary drugs. Residents should only take medicines they truly need, at the right dose, for a clear reason.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not protect residents' personal information or did not keep complete, accurate medical records that meet professional standards.
Mar 19, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Dec 13, 2024	F · Potential for harm, facility-wide	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Dec 13, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not keep residents' personal and medical information private and confidential.
Dec 13, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft to the proper authorities quickly enough, or did not report the results of its investigation. · from a complaint
Dec 13, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do. · from a complaint
Dec 13, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required.
Dec 13, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make reasonable adjustments to fit each resident's individual needs and preferences — things like call buttons within reach, preferred wake-up times, or accessible room setups.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not give residents (and their representatives and the ombudsman, a state advocate for residents) proper advance notice before a transfer or discharge, including information about their right to appeal.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not give the resident or their representative written notice of how long it would hold the resident's bed during a hospital stay or approved leave.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not reassess a resident after a significant change in their condition, such as a sudden decline in health. A full new assessment is required when a resident's condition changes in a major way.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make sure resident assessments were done by a qualified health professional. Assessments guide all of a resident's care, so the person doing them must be properly trained.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not post its nurse staffing information every day. Nursing homes must publicly display how many nurses and aides are on duty each day.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not train its staff on dementia care and on recognizing and reporting abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Dec 5, 2019	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make sure its nurse aides had the skills needed to care for residents, including training in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Inspection trend by year

Citations from standard inspections increased between the last two inspection cycles (5 → 9).

Year	Citations	Worst severity that year
2019	11	D
2024	6	F
2026	9	E

Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.

Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)

No fines or payment denials in the published 3-year window.

Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)

Measure	This facility	Maryland avg	U.S. avg	Where it stands
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)	5.55	3.83	3.95	top 8% in Maryland; top 7% in the U.S.
Registered Nurse hours	1.66	0.83	0.69	top 6% in Maryland; top 3% in the U.S.
Weekend total nurse staffing	5.08	3.43	3.50	top 7% in Maryland; top 6% in the U.S.
Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted)	1.27	0.63	0.48	top 5% in Maryland; top 3% in the U.S.
Total nursing staff turnover (%)	16.7	40.2	45.8	top 3% in Maryland; top 1% in the U.S.
RN turnover (%)	28.6	38.7	42.9	top 26% in Maryland; top 26% in the U.S.

Hours are per resident per day, case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 5.18, RN 1.55, weekend 4.75. Staffing rating: 5/5.

Self-reported quality measures

Note: these ratings are based on data the facility reports about itself to CMS. They are not independently verified by inspectors, and can look better than inspection findings. Give more weight to the inspection results above.

Quality measures rating: 5/5 · long-stay residents: 3/5 · short-stay residents: 5/5

Who owns this facility

Non profit - Corporation

Owner / manager	Type	Role	Stake	Since
Balkin, Daniel	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2024
Baloh, Brandan	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2025
Bank of Ny Mellon	Organization	5% or Greater Security Interest	NOT APPLICABLE	04/12/2007
Barron, Steve	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2023
Bednarzik, Barbara	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2024
Bednarzik, Barbara	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2024
Bruette, Leo	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2020
Carey, Pierce	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	02/15/2023
Castellan, Susan	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2008
Castellan, Susan	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2025
Hitchcock, Alexis	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	06/16/2023
Hitchcock, Alexis	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	04/15/2025
Imre, Victoria	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2023
Lazris, Andrew	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	06/01/2010
Lazris, Andrew	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	04/14/2025
Life Care Services LLC	Organization	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	03/01/2000
Life Care Services LLC	Organization	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	04/17/2025
Martin, Bruce	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2015
Martin, Bruce	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2024
Miles, Frank	Individual	Corporate Director	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2025

Questions to ask on your visit

Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.

"Does a pharmacist review every resident's medications and chart monthly, and how are their concerns acted on?"
"How do you record and honor each resident's treatment wishes and advance directives, and how do staff know about them?"
"If my family member falls or their condition changes, exactly when and how will I be notified?"
"Can you show me an example care plan, and how are families included when it's created and updated?"
"How many residents here use oxygen or breathing equipment, and who checks that equipment each shift?"
"Who would be my family member's attending doctor here, and how often would they be seen?"
"How often is each resident's medication list reviewed, and who decides when a drug can be reduced or stopped?"
"How do you keep residents' medical records accurate, complete, and secure?"
"What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
"Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

Nearby facilities (within 20 miles)

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Lorien Health Systems - Columbia	2.4 mi	Columbia, MD	★★☆☆☆	2/5
The Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant	3.3 mi	Ellicott City, MD	★★★★★	5/5
Ellicott City Healthcare Center	4.9 mi	Ellicott City, MD	★★☆☆☆	1/5	abuse
Lorien Nursing & Rehab Ctr - Elkridge	5.5 mi	Elkridge, MD	★★★☆☆	3/5
Encore at Turf Valley	5.7 mi	Ellicott City, MD	★★★★☆	4/5
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Summit Park	6.5 mi	Catonsville, MD	★★★☆☆	2/5
St. Joseph's Nursing Home	6.7 mi	Catonsville, MD	★★★★★	5/5
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville	7.4 mi	Catonsville, MD	★★☆☆☆	1/5
Forest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Ctr	7.5 mi	Catonsville, MD	★☆☆☆☆	1/5
Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center	7.9 mi	Catonsville, MD	★★★★☆	3/5
Frederick Villa Healthcare	8.4 mi	Catonsville, MD	★☆☆☆☆	1/5
Ridgeway Rehab Center	8.5 mi	Catonsville, MD	★★★☆☆	3/5

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Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 215344.

The Care File

Visit checklist — Residences at Vantage Point

5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044 · 4109645454

Health inspection rating 4/5 · CMS overall 5/5· Fines (3y): $0

Questions for the administrator:

☐ "Does a pharmacist review every resident's medications and chart monthly, and how are their concerns acted on?"
☐ "How do you record and honor each resident's treatment wishes and advance directives, and how do staff know about them?"
☐ "If my family member falls or their condition changes, exactly when and how will I be notified?"
☐ "Can you show me an example care plan, and how are families included when it's created and updated?"
☐ "How many residents here use oxygen or breathing equipment, and who checks that equipment each shift?"
☐ "Who would be my family member's attending doctor here, and how often would they be seen?"
☐ "How often is each resident's medication list reviewed, and who decides when a drug can be reduced or stopped?"
☐ "How do you keep residents' medical records accurate, complete, and secure?"
☐ "What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
☐ "Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

While you're there, notice:

☐ Smell and cleanliness in hallways, not just the lobby
☐ How staff speak to residents; call lights answered promptly
☐ Residents up, dressed, and engaged (visit mealtimes and a weekend if you can)

Data: CMS Provider Data Catalog, version 2026-08-01 · CCN 215344 · Verify at medicare.gov/care-compare · Printed from The Care File (thecarefile.com)