Future Care Canton Harbor, Baltimore, MD

The Essentials

Summary

Across 5 inspections from February 2019 to September 2025, state surveyors documented 53 findings at Future Care Canton Harbor; 53 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections: 5; 2019–2025, standard and complaint
Findings: 53; Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected: 53; Of 53 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties: 1; 1 fine; payment not published

Findings by Year

Findings
Of which, actual harm (level G or above)

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
Year	Inspections	Findings	Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2019	1	33	0
2020	0	0	0
2021	0	0	0
2022	0	0	0
2023	1	11	0
2024	1	4	1
2025	2	5	0
2026	0	0	0

What the Record Shows

53 of 53 findings have a recorded correction date.
CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window: 1 fine of $13,627, its payment not published.
2 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
The latest standard inspection, September 18, 2025, recorded 2 findings (most serious: Level D).

What to Ask About

Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Three Inspections
Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections
Medical Records, Cited in Three Inspections
Citation F583, Cited in Two Inspections
Protection From Abuse and Neglect, Cited in Two Inspections
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections
Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections
Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections
Citation F697, Cited in Two Inspections
Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections
Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections
Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

Report at a Glance

Facility: Future Care Canton Harbor
Address: 1300 South Ellwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
CMS Certification Number: 215176
Provider Type: Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds: 160
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Record Window: February 1, 2019 to October 1, 2026

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

Sep 182025
Standard health inspection
2 findings
- F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2025
- F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Apr 12025
Complaint investigation
3 findings
- F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 14, 2025
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 14, 2025
- F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 14, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Apr 122024
Complaint investigation
4 findings
- F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Feb 20, 2024
- F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 27, 2024
- F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 27, 2024
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 27, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Sep 192023
Standard health inspection
11 findings
- F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 29, 2023
- F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 31, 2023
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $13,627 imposed April 12, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of September 19, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Feb 12019
Standard health inspection
33 findings
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F624Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedLevel CPotential for minimal harmCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Mar 20, 2019
- F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Mar 20, 2019
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1
Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F610 in February 2019, September 2023 and April 2024. This citation covers how the home responds to and investigates an allegation of abuse, neglect or mistreatment. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F610 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
2
Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F684 in February 2019, September 2023 and April 2025. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F684 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
3
Medical Records, Cited in Three Inspections
Inspectors cited F842 in February 2019, April 2025 and September 2025. This citation covers whether resident records are complete, accurate and kept confidential. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F842 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
4
Citation F583, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F583 in February 2019 and September 2025. The agency describes it this way: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F583 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
5
Protection From Abuse and Neglect, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F600 in February 2019 and April 2024. This citation covers whether residents are protected from abuse and neglect by anyone. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F600 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
6
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F609 in February 2019 and April 2024. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F609 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
7
Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F656 in February 2019 and September 2023. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F656 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
8
Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F657 in February 2019 and September 2023. This citation covers whether care plans are written on time and revised by a team that includes the resident’s caregivers. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F657 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
9
Citation F697, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F697 in February 2019 and September 2023. The agency describes it this way: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F697 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
10
Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F761 in February 2019 and September 2023. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F761 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
11
Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F812 in February 2019 and September 2023. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F812 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
12
Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F880 in February 2019 and September 2023. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
1923242525F880 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

01
When an allegation is made, who investigates it, and how are residents protected in the meantime?
Investigating Alleged Violations: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.
02
How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?
Quality of Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.
03
How can a family request a resident’s records, and how are they kept accurate?
Medical Records: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.
04
What changed after F583 was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation F583: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
05
What happened after the abuse or neglect citation, and what changed in training or supervision?
Protection From Abuse and Neglect: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.
06
How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?
Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
07
How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?
Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.
08
How often are care plans revised, and who takes part in the review?
Care Plan Timing and Review: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.
09
What changed after F697 was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation F697: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
10
How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?
Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
11
May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?
Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
12
Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?
Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
13
How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?
No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.
14
What led to the 2024 fine, and has it been paid?
A $13,627 civil money penalty was imposed April 12, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Maryland state survey agency.

Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Maryland state survey agency
Inspection Feb 1, 2019 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Maryland state survey agency
Inspection Sep 19, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Maryland state survey agency
Inspection Apr 12, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Maryland state survey agency
Inspection Apr 1, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Maryland state survey agency
Inspection Sep 18, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Penalties, Provider Data Catalog
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
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Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 215176
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
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Coverage

Record windowFebruary 1, 2019 – October 1, 2026

CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before February 2019 are not in this release.
CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite: Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations: CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents: Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits: CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections: Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history: Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid: CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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