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Lorien Health Systems - Columbia

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

6334 CEDAR LANE, Columbia, MD 21044

205 Beds
Medicare Since 1978

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6334 CEDAR LANE
Columbia, MD 21044

About Lorien Health Systems - Columbia

Nursing home overview and details

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia is a for-profit nursing home in Columbia, MD, serving Howard County and the surrounding community. The facility has 205 certified beds with an average daily census of 192.6 residents.

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1978, bringing 48 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LORIEN HEALTH SERVICES, which provides administrative support and oversight.

CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Columbia, MD, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating2/5 Stars
Certified Beds205
Avg. Residents/Day192.6
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyHoward
Affiliated Doctors2

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

2of 5

Below Average

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Average

Staffing

Very Good

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia provides 4.15 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.84 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 41.8%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 24.3%. Weekend staffing averages 3.82 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.84
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.15
Total Nurse Turnover Rate41.8%
RN Turnover Rate24.3%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.82

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has received 1 fine totaling $16,042. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($16,042)
Total Penalties1

Doctors at Lorien Health Systems - Columbia

2 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Lorien Health Systems - Columbia

What is the CMS rating for Lorien Health Systems - Columbia?

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Lorien Health Systems - Columbia have?

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has 205 certified beds with an average daily census of 192.6 residents.

What type of facility is Lorien Health Systems - Columbia?

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Howard County in Columbia, MD.

How many doctors practice at Lorien Health Systems - Columbia?

2 physicians are affiliated with Lorien Health Systems - Columbia. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Lorien Health Systems - Columbia have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Lorien Health Systems - Columbia has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·