Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville
16 Fusting Avenue · Catonsville, MD · 21228 · 4107471800
136 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Autumn Lake Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.41 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (79 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Honor 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.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025
Ensure 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.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 18, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 22, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E March 24, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2023
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected May 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215097 · certified since August 11, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.