Autumn Lake Healthcare at Overlea
6116 Belair Road · Baltimore, MD · 21206 · 4104261424
160 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Autumn Lake Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.25 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.41 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.00 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (64 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 13, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 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 November 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 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 November 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected November 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F April 30, 2025
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 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 June 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 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 June 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 30, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 30, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215209 · certified since November 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.