The Jefferson
Arlington, VA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 495269) · 31 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 3 totaling $61,065
Phone: (703) 516-9455 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Jefferson in Arlington, VA has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Virginia state average of 2.95. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 1 star.
CMS has not reported total nurse hours or RN hours per resident per day for The Jefferson. The facility has a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5 and a nursing staff turnover rate of 68.3%.
The Jefferson has 3 federal fines on record totaling $61,065.00, with no payment denials. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, so families should review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare.
About this facility
The Jefferson is a 31-certified-bed nursing home in Arlington, Virginia, operating under for-profit corporate ownership and certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since October 1992. The facility currently averages 25.1 residents per day. It is part of the Sunrise Senior Living chain, which includes 4 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.5 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Jefferson holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the Virginia state average of 2.95. Its health inspection rating is 1 star, its quality measure (QM) rating is 5 stars, and its staffing rating is 1 star.
CMS staffing data shows a nursing turnover rate of 68.3%. Total nurse hours per resident per day and RN hours per resident per day were not provided in the available data.
On penalties, CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $61,065.00 for this facility. There are no payment denials on record. CMS also displays its abuse icon for The Jefferson, indicating an abuse-related citation; families are advised to review the full inspection record on Care Compare directly.
Ownership has not changed within the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator. This profile is based on data published by CMS Care Compare; consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current inspection details and updates.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Jefferson has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below the Virginia state average of 2.95.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The Jefferson is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS has not reported total nurse hours or RN hours per resident per day for this facility, but the staffing rating is 1 out of 5 and nursing turnover is 68.3%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $61,065.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays an abuse icon for this facility; no Special Focus program status is indicated in the data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Jefferson has 31 certified beds and averages 25.1 residents per day.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Sunrise Senior Living chain, which has 4 facilities with an average rating of 3.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The Jefferson was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on October 21, 1992.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures (QM); The Jefferson scores 2, 1, 1, and 5 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the available CMS data; contact the facility at 7035169455 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This information is not covered by CMS data; contact the facility at 7035169455 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/495269?state=VA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.