Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ruxton
7001 Charles Street · Towson, MD · 21204 · 4103378313
179 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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.53 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.28 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (66 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
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 April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215077 · certified since July 22, 1970. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.