Autumn Lake Healthcare at Summit Park
1502 Frederick Road · Catonsville, MD · 21228 · 4107473287
143 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).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.45 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.64 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $49,221 |
Inspection citations (80 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 27, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 27, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E August 27, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 27, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
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 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G December 22, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F December 22, 2023
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 February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2023
Notify 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.
Corrected February 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 13, 2023 | Fine | $49,221 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215326 · certified since December 21, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.