Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven
8720 Emge Road, Baltimore, MD 21234 · Baltimore County · (410) 668-1961
113 certified beds, about 98 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1973
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 215090 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on September 11, 2025, inspectors cited 23 health deficiencies (the Maryland average is 17, the national average 9.2).
None of its 89 health citations since January 2019 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.57 hours per resident per day, against 3.87 across Maryland and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.51 of those hours.
50.5% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Maryland average 40.2%).
CMS links it to Autumn Lake Healthcare, an affiliated group of 59 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 89 health citations on file.
April 30, 2026Complaint inspection · 6 citations
- E Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and facility staff interview, the facility staff failed ensure that residents, who are unable to ambulate using stairs, are able to exercise their right to have visitors during their stay when the facility's only elevator malfunctioned. This was evident for all residents who have 2nd floor rooms and are unable to ambulate the stairs. These residents were reviewed during a complaint survey.
- E Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, facility staff failed to assess residents (#1, #11, #13, #15, and #16) for smoking safety at least once every three (3) months between comprehensive assessments. This was evident for 5 out of 10 residents reviewed for smoking safety during the facility's complaint survey.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of documentation and interviews it was determined that the facility staff failed to complete a thorough investigation of incidents reported to the state agency. This deficient practice was evidenced in 2 (Resident #1 and Resident #2) of 7 investigations reviewed during the complaint survey.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interviews it was determined that the facility staff failed to complete a person-centered care plan for residents that received peritoneal dialysis (#7) and had mobility limitations (#6) . This deficient practice was evidenced in 2 (#6 and #7) of 16 medical records reviewed for person centered care plans.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews it was determined that the facility staff failed to document whether a resident refused a shower. This deficient practice was evident in 1 (#5) of 1 medical record reviewed for ADL care during the complaint survey.
- C Post nurse staffing information every day.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of the staffing sheets and interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to include the census on the unit when the staff sheets were completed. This deficient practice was evidenced in 19 of 19 staffing sheets reviewed during the complaint survey.
September 11, 2025Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 24 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteNumber of residents sampled: Number of residents cited: Based on observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure food items were stored to maintain the integrity of the specific items. This was evident for 1) the initial observation of the kitchen upon facility entry, and 2) 1 of 1 observation of the second floor nourishment room. This failure has the potential to affect all residents.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, medical record reviews, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. This was found to be evident during the recertification survey. This deficiency has the potential to affect all residents.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on a tour of the second floor medication storage room and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to discard expired supplies. This was evident for 1 of 1 medication storage rooms that were reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to treat dependent residents with dignity while dining. This was evident for 1 (Resident #41) of 2 dependent residents observed during the dining observation, a facility task in the recertification survey.
- D Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, it was revealed the facility failed to provide quarterly financial statements. This was found to be evident for 1 (Resident #10) out of 3 residents reviewed for accounting and records during the recertification survey.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to protect residents' clothing from loss. This was evident for 1 (Resident #13) out of 3 residents reviewed for loss of personal property during the recertification survey.
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that facility staff failed to ensure that residents were free of exploitation. This was evident for 1 (#114) of 5 residents reviewed for misappropriation of resident property.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to code the resident's status accurately on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment. This was evident for 1 (Resident #7) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications during the annual survey.
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to create and implement a baseline care plan for 1) a resident with a stage 4 sacrum pressure ulcer and 2) a resident with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) requiring chemotherapy medication. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #73 and Resident #7) of 5 residents reviewed for care planning during the recertification survey.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to revise resident's care plan after a change in condition. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #3) out of 2 residents reviewed for hospitalization after a change in condition during the recertification survey.
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that facility staff failed to follow a physician's order. This was evident for 1 (#111) of 2 residents reviewed for pain management.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observation, review of the medical records, and interview with facility staff, it was determined the facility failed to provide quality care to residents by 1) not following physician orders for oxygen therapy and 2) not reporting a change in condition. This was found to be evident for 2 residents (Residents #45 and #47) out of 4 residents observed on oxygen therapy and 1 resident (Resident #115) of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcer complaints during the facility's recertification survey.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility 1) failed to provide services for pressure ulcer for a new admission and 2) to document and provide ordered treatment to promote healing of pressure injuries. This was found to be evident for 2 (Resident #115 and Resident #113) of 4 residents reviewed for pressure injuries during the survey.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview with staff, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to implement an intervention, determined to be necessary, for residents who were identified as a fall risk. This was evident of 2 of 5 residents (Resident #11 and Resident #55) reviewed for accidents during the annual survey.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteNumber of residents sampled: Number of residents cited: Based on observations, record reviews, and interviews, it was determined that facility staff to 1.) ensure safe and sanitary storage of dialysis equipment and supplies, 2.) establish dialysis specific infection control policy, and 3.) assess and document care of peritoneal catheter access site. This deficient practice was evident for 2 (#17, #55) of 2 residents reviewed for dialysis during the annual survey.
- D Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to conduct annual nursing aide performance reviews. This deficient practice was evident for 2 out of 5 nursing aide annual performance reviews, reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that staff failed to ensure that a resident did not have unnecessary medications. This was evident for 1 (#111) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to serve residents meals based on their meal tickets. This was evidence for 3 residents (Resident #6, #40, and #14) out of 8 residents observed during dining.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to 1) maintain medical records on residents that are complete and accurately documented and 2) validate the signature on a bed hold policy form and included conflicting information regarding the resident's ability to sign the document. This was evident for 1 resident (Resident #3) out of 2 residents reviewed for hospitalization and 1 (Resident #111) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications during the facility's recertification survey.
- D Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) training to staff. This deficient practice was evident in 5 of 5 employee files reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required Infection Control training to staff. This deficient practice was evident in 3 of 5 employee files reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Provide training in compliance and ethics.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required Compliance and Ethics training to staff. This deficient practice was evident in 3 of 5 employee files reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide geriatric nursing assistants (GNA) with the required minimum of 12 hours of annual in-service training. This deficient practice was evident in 5 out of 5 GNA employee files reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and administrative record reviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required Dementia training to staff. This deficient practice was evident in 4 of 5 employee files reviewed during the annual survey.
September 6, 2023Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on complaint, observations, staff interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment for when individual room air conditioning systems failed to cool resident rooms. Residents were exposed to ambient temperatures above 81 degrees Fahrenheit. This was evident for 4 (Residents #1, #2, #3, #4) of 4 residents reviewed during a complaint survey.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that resident room hand sanitizing dispensers were functioning properly. This was evident for 8 of 56 rooms reviewed during a complaint survey.
June 13, 2023Standard inspection · 14 citations
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, resident interview, staff interview, family interview and clinical record reviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that wound care was provided to a resident (#274) as ordered, that a resident (#2) received the size catheter that was ordered, that a resident (#225) was provided transportation for an appointment, that a resident (#227) was administered medications on time, that consultant recommendations were followed for a resident (#45), that a resident (#16) received insulin on time as per physician order, and that vital signs were discontinued as ordered for a hospice resident (#57). These deficient practices were evident for 7 (#274, #2, #225, #227, #45, #16, #57) of 43 residents reviewed during the recertification process.
- D Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to provide showers per a resident's request (Resident #223). This was evident for 1 of 43 residents reviewed during an annual survey.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation and staff interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to accurately code the resident's status on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (Resident #19). This was evident for 1 of 43 residents reviewed during an annual survey. The MDS is a federally-mandated assessment tool that helps nursing home staff gathers information on each resident's strengths and needs. Information collected drives resident care planning decisions. MDS assessments need to be accurate to ensure each resident receives the care they need.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to hold a care plan meeting to include the interdisciplinary team, resident and resident's representative quarterly (Resident #45). This was evident for 1 out of 43 residents reviewed during an annual survey.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that dependent residents were provided with the necessary services to maintain clean and trimmed fingernails. This was evident for 1 (#14) of 6 residents reviewed for activities of daily living (ADL). ADLs are tasks of everyday life. Examples of ADLs include dressing, bathing, grooming, and toileting. Nail care would fall under this category.
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, the facility staff failed to obtain ophthalmology services for a resident (Resident #45). This was evident for 1 of 43 residents reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview, the facility staff failed to provide treatment/services to prevent/heal pressures ulcers (Resident #15, #45 and #324). This is evident for 3 of 5 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers during an annual survey.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that a dietary consult was obtained after a significant weight loss. This was evident for 1 (#10) of 8 residents reviewed for nutritional status.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observations, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that a tube feeding container was labeled. This was evident for 1 (#2) of 3 residents reviewed for tube feedings.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview it was determined that the facility staff failed to provide dialysis care consistent with professional standards of practice and ordered by the physician (Resident #231). This was evident of 1 of 3 residents reviewed for dialysis during the annual survey.
- D Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, it was determined that the Physician failed to provide timely visit notes to the electronic record system following each visit. This was evident for 1 (Resident #40) out of 5 residents reviewed for urinary catheter care.
- D Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure Resident # 16's preferences were honored and to provide appropriate foods to meet his/hers needs. This was evident for 1 (Resident #16) out of 2 resident reviewed for food preferences and serving proper food.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview it was determined the facility staff failed to maintain the medical record in the most complete and accurate form for Resident (#324). This was evident for 1 of 43 residents selected for review during the survey process.
- B Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews and record review, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that the infection line listing was updated and that residents that required further review for antibiotic use were reviewed. This was evident for 6 (#66, #273, #223, #63, #276, #45) of 7 residents reviewed for antibiotic use.
January 10, 2019Standard inspection · 43 citations
- F Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on review of resident medical records, it was found that the facility failed to prepare baseline care plans for residents within 48 hours of a resident's admission. This was evident for 7 (#24, #38, #341, #80, #76, #33, #52) of 7 recently admitted residents. This practice had the potential to affect all newly admitted or readmitted residents. A baseline care plan must be completed within 48 hours of a resident's admission to the facility and must include the initial goals based on admission orders, physician orders, dietary orders, therapy services, and social services. A summary of the baseline care plan as well as a list of the resident's current medications must be given to each resident. A care plan is a guide that addresses the unique needs of each resident. It is used to plan, assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the resident's care.
- F Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interview, observation and medical record review, it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement comprehensive person-centered care plans with measurable goals. This was evident for 17 (#86, #35, #63, #72, #45, #47, #58, #341, #64, #70, #24, #78, #189, #74, #76, #33, #52) of 35 residents reviewed. A care plan is a guide that addresses the unique needs of each resident. It is used to plan, assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the resident's care. 1) On 1/2/19 at 12:21 PM, an interview was conducted with Resident #86. The resident was asked if he/she had any problems with hearing and the resident stated, I am hard of hearing and I do not wear hearing aids and I would like to know why I can't hear out of the left ear and see what can be done about it. [...]
- F Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wrote6) Resident #71 was interviewed on 1/2/19 at 9:50 AM. During interview, the resident expressed that he/she was uncertain that s/he wasinvited to attend care plan meetings. Resident #71's medical record was reviewed on 1/10/19. The resident was admitted in December of 2017. Information in the medical record related to care plan meetings was sparse. There was not any quarterly care plan meeting documentation for 2/18, 5/18, and 8/18. There was a care plan meeting sign in sheet with three staff and the resident's surrogate decision maker for 11/18. An interview was conducted with the Unit Manager (staff # 5) at 12:54 PM on 1/10/18. Upon discussion and review of the care plan meeting sign in sheets, staff #5 indicated that there was not/or staff #5 did not know of any more documentation or additional information as to what was discussed in the care plan meeting held in November of 2018. [...]
- F Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the individual designated as the director of food and nutrition services was nationally certified for food service management and safety. This had the potential to affect all residents.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that food was prepared and that kitchen equipment was cleaned and in a sanitary manner. This was evident for 2 of 2 tours of the kitchen performed during the survey.
- F Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility records, it was determined the facility staff failed to accurately assess the resources necessary to care for its residents during both day-to-day operations and emergencies by failing to accurately assess 1) resident acuity, 2) staffing plan and 3) staff competencies necessary to provide the level and types of care needed for the resident population. This was evident during Sufficient and Competent Nurse Staffing review.
- F Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observation, interviews with staff and review of resident and facility records, it was determined that the facility failed to have an effective quality assessment and assurance program by failing to implement effective plans of action to correct quality deficiencies identified during the prior annual quality indicator survey.
- F Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure staff competency by failing to provide required in-service training for nurse aides for no less than 12 hours per year including dementia management, cognitive impairment and resident abuse training. This was evident during Sufficient and Competent Nurse Staffing review.
- E Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wrote2) Observation was made on 1/8/19 at 2:00 PM of Staff #3 standing to feed Resident #34 in the resident's room. Resident #34 was lying in bed and Staff #3 was standing to the right side of the bed feeding the resident lunch. 3) Observation was made on 1/8/19 at 4:00 PM of Resident #72 sitting in a geriatric chair on the second floor nursing unit. Staff #1 was observed pulling Resident #72 down the first hallway backwards, turned the corner around the nurse's station and then continued pulling Resident #72 down the next hallway backwards until Staff #1 got to the resident's room. 4) Observation was made on 1/10/18 at 10:06 AM of Staff #14 pulling Resident #17 down the hallway backwards. Resident #17 was sitting in a geriatric chair and Staff #14 was taking the resident outside to smoke. [...]
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on surveyor observation, it was determined the facility staff failed to provide housekeeping and maintenance services necessary to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment. This was evident throughout the survey on 2 of 2 nursing units.
- E Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure that Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were accurately coded. This was evident for 11 (#35, #58, #72, #86, #41, #70, #24, #74, #76, #33, #52) of 35 residents reviewed. The MDS is part of the Resident Assessment Instrument that was Federally mandated in legislation passed in 1986. The MDS is a set of assessment screening items employed as part of a standardized, reproducible, and comprehensive assessment process that ensures each resident's individual needs are identified, that care is planned based on those individualized needs, and that the care is provided as planned to meet the needs of each resident.
- E Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on family and staff interview, observation and medical record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide the appropriate care for activities of daily living to residents who were totally dependent on staff for all aspects of care. This was evident for 2 (#35, #63, #74) of 7 residents reviewed for activities of daily living and for 1 of 2 dining observations.
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation of the resident, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that each resident received treatment and care in accordance with professional stands of practice by failing to ensure a resident who was dependent on oxygen had accurate physician orders; failing to ensure a resident's respiratory care supplies were stored in a clean and sanitary manner; failing to ensure a resident's oxygen was administered as ordered, failing to ensure emergency respiratory equipment was maintained at a resident's bedside, failing to ensure a prescribed biological was properly stored, failing to ensure Activities of Daily Living care was provided for a dependent resident and failing to ensure that residents with a limited range of motion received the appropriate treatment and services to prevent further decline in range of motion. [...]
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents remained free from accident hazards and received adequate supervision. This was evidenced by the failure to ensure a resident at risk for elopement received adequate supervision. This was evident for 1 (#10) of 4 residents reviewed for accidents.
- E Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, medical record review, and interviews with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to provide residents with respiratory care consistent with professional standards. This was evident for 5 (#24, #63,#74, #52, #189) of 5 residents reviewed for respiratory care during the investigation phase of the survey.
- E Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of training records and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a system was in place to track the training that staff nurses received regarding peritoneal dialysis. This had the potential to affect all residents receiving peritoneal dialysis.
- E Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain sufficient staff to provide care to residents to maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident as evidenced by residents failing to receive sufficient help during dining. This was evident for 1 of 2 dining observations.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that staff was properly trained to administer peritoneal dialysis. This had the potential to affect all residents on peritoneal dialysis.
- E Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure that residents were administered medications that were not necessary by 1) not clarifying physician's orders when a resident had been ordered antihypertensive and anti-hypotensive medications, 2) not clarifying physician's orders when a resident was ordered two medications for pain management, 3) not questioning a medication that was given in excessive doses, and 4) not monitoring behaviors related to antipsychotic medications. This was evident with 3 (#78, #52, #72) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- E Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wrote5) Review of Resident #58's medical record on 1/3/19 revealed the resident received Risperdal 0.5 mg (antipsychotic medication) at bedtime and Risperdal 0.25 mg in the morning for dementia with behavioral disturbance. The resident also received Mirtazapine (antidepressant) for mood, Escitalopram (antidepressant) for depression and Trileptal (anti-seizure medication) for mood stabilization. Review of a physician's progress note, dated 11/21/18, documented that the resident was being followed for a diagnosis of dementia with behavioral disturbances and was aggressive at times. A psychiatric nurse practitioner's note of 10/3/18 documented the resident's mood was irritable, insight poor and judgement impaired. Behavioral goal was to keep mood neutral. Staff to provide structured socialization and ADL care. [...]
- E Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to keep residents free from significant medication errors as evidenced by 1) failing to give ordered medications, 2) failing to give medications within 1 hour of the ordered time, 3) failing to recognize a resident was receiving too many doses of a medication and 4) failing to follow physician's orders to administer blood pressure medications within parameters. This was evident for 2 (#45, #47) of 5 residents observed during medication administration and 2 (#52, #78) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview and facility documentation review, it was determined the facility staff failed to 1) label medications when opened, 2) discard medications when expired 3) lock and secure an unattended medication cart and 4) ensure that medications were not left at the bedside. This was evident for 1 of 2 medication rooms observed, 4 of 8 medication carts observed, 2 random resident room observations and 1 random observation on 1 of 2 nursing units.
- E Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to have accurate medical record documentation. This was evident for 12 (#35, #45, #47, #63, #72, #86, #80, #70, #74, #33, #52, #24) of 35 residents reviewed.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to follow infection control practices and guidelines while performing duties and caring for residents and not verifying evidence of immunity when an employee stated that they never had or been vaccinated for measles, mumps, rubella or was ever tested for evidence of immunity. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents, staff, and visitors in the facility.
- D Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interview and review of the medical record, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident/resident representative were given the opportunity to participate in his/her care planning process. This was evident for 1 (#86) of 4 residents reviewed for care plan.
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident and staff interview, and medical record review,, it was determined that the facility staff failed to ensure access to the nurse call bell, the over the bed tray table, and an ordered snack for a resident who was totally dependent on nursing staff for daily care due to impaired mobility. In addition, the facility failed to provide enough geriatric chairs to ensure that all residents that wanted to get up and out of bed could do this daily. This was evident for 2 (#63, #72) of 35 residents reviewed during the annual survey.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview with facility staff, and record review, it was determined that facility staff failed to notify a resident's physician of a change in a residents' conditions. This was evident for 1 (#24) of 5 residents reviewed for respiratory status and 1 (#78) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to document what preparation and orientation was given to residents to ensure an orderly transfer to an acute care facility. This was evident but not limited to for 2 (#29, #189) of 7 residents reviewed for hospitalization.
- D Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to complete, within 14 days, a significant Minimum Data Set (MDS) comprehensive assessment. This was evident for 1 (#29) of 7 residents reviewed for hospitalization.
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on medication administration observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to meet professional standards of quality by 1) failing to check placement and residual for residents who received medications and nutrition through a feeding tube, 2) failing to administer all physician ordered medications, 3) failing to accurately document which medications were given or not available, 4) failing to follow physician's orders for the ordered amount of tube feeding flushes and 5) failing to administer medications and a scheduled tube feeding on time. This was evident for 2 (#45, #47) out of 5 residents observed during medication administration by 1 (Staff #2) of 2 registered nurses and 2 certified medicine aides observed.
- D Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff 1) failed to provide an activities program to meet the needs and preferences of all residents and 2) failed to revise the care plan when a resident's health and ability to participate in activities declined. This was evident for 2 (#63, #341) of 2 residents reviewed for activities.
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interview and medical record review, it was determined the facility failed to follow up with the resident to ensure the resident received the services necessary to maintain adequate hearing. This was evident for 1 (#86) resident reviewed for communication/sensory.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility staff failed to provide appropriate care for a resident that required total assistance with positioning and was assessed to have a pressure ulcer and continued to be at risk for development of pressure ulcers. This was evident for 1 (#63) of 4 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
- D Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with the resident and staff, it was determined the facility staff failed to provide services to increase or prevent decline in the resident's range of motion (ROM). This was evident for 1 (#70) of 4 residents reviewed for Position/Mobility.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined facility staff failed to provide the appropriate treatment and services to prevent complications of enteral feedings by not giving proper tube flushes and by not providing a tube feeding when ordered. This was evident for 2 (#45, #47) of 2 residents observed with tube feedings during medication pass observation.
- D Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, family and staff interview and medical record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide coordinated interdisciplinary services for a resident to maintain his or her highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. This was evident for 2 (#58, #33) of 2 residents reviewed for dementia care.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview and medical record review, it was determined that the facility failed to provide residents' medications in a timely manner. This was evident for 2 (#18, #47) of 5 residents observed during medication administration.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to have a process in place to ensure that pharmacy recommendations were reviewed and acted upon as necessary. This was evident for 1 (#78, #70) out of 6 reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on medication administration observation, medical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure a medication error rate of less than 5 percent for 2 (#45, #47) of 5 residents observed with 18 errors out of 37 medication administration opportunities which resulted in an error rate of 48.65% by 1 (Staff #2) of 2 registered nurses and 2 certified medicine aides observed.
- D Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to have quality laboratory supplies for resident diagnostic testing in 1 of 4 medication carts observed.
- C Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility records and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to post the results of the most recent survey of the facility in a place readily accessible to residents, family members and legal representatives of residents, in a place where individuals wishing to examine the results do not have to ask to see them.
- C Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview with facility staff, it was determined that the facility failed to give residents and their representatives written notice of hospital transfer when a resident was sent out via 911 for evaluation. This was evident for 7 of 7 residents (Residents #24, #38, #29, #58, #60, #64, and #189) reviewed for hospitalization.
- C 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.
Inspectors wrote6) Review of the medical record for Resident #29 on 1/9/19 revealed documentation that Resident #29 had an unplanned transfer to an acute care facility on 11/21/18. There was no written documentation that the resident or resident representative were notified in writing of the bed-hold policy. 3) Review of the medical record for Resident #58 on 1/9/19 revealed documentation in nursing notes which stated that the resident was sent to the emergency room. There was no written documentation that the bed hold policy was given to the resident or resident representative. 4) Resident #60's medical record was reviewed on 1/3/19 at 12:54 PM. The record revealed that the resident had been sent to the hospital 8 times in 2018. [...]
Fire safety inspections
26 fire safety citations on file: 1 on April 24, 2026, 3 on September 11, 2025, 20 on June 13, 2023, 2 on January 10, 2019.
Every fire safety citation26 citations
- D Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- E Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- E Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- E Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- D Use approved construction type or materials.
- D Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- D Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- D Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- D Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- D Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- D Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
- D Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- D Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
- D Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.57 | 3.87 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.51 | 0.84 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.17 | 3.47 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.99 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.06 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 50.5% | 40.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 42.9% | 38.7% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 3.91 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.73 on weekdays and 3.17 on weekends, 15% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 15.6% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.59 in April to June 2025 to 3.57 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.57 | 0.51 | 3.73 | 3.17 | 15.6% | 0 of 90 | 98 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.54 | 0.46 | 3.71 | 3.10 | 11.4% | 0 of 92 | 97 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.70 | 0.45 | 3.88 | 3.25 | 10.8% | 0 of 92 | 94 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.59 | 0.63 | 3.76 | 3.15 | 12.9% | 0 of 91 | 99 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Maryland, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.73 | 0.74 | 3.88 | 3.34 | 8.0% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Maryland
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.79 | $18.46 to $22.00 | 27,720 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $35.89 | $31.40 to $38.30 | 9,560 |
| Registered nurses | $47.98 | $40.26 to $51.61 | 52,910 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 23.0 | 20.4 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.2 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 2.4 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 14.0 | 22.2 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.7 | 5.9 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.1 | 13.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 28.7 | 21.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 7.4 | 9.8 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: 8720 EMGE OPCO LLC. CMS links this home to Autumn Lake Healthcare, a group of 59 nursing homes averaging 2.9 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8720 Emge Holdco LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 05/01/2021 |
| Eidlisz, Solomon | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 05/01/2021 | |
| Stern, Aryeh | Indirect ownership interest | Individual | 05/01/2021 | |
| Schwartz, Mark | Corporate officer | Individual | 05/01/2021 | |
| Raczkowski, Nathan | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/08/2025 | |
| Rizqui, Ibrahim | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/22/2022 | |
| Schwartz, Mark | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 05/01/2021 | |
| Gluck, Rivka | Individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any ADP of the SNF | Individual | 03/27/2025 | |
| 8720 Emge Holdco LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/16/2025 | |
| A&r Stern Family Md1 Holdings LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/16/2025 | |
| Accurate Staffing LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/01/2021 | |
| Brand Sonnenschine LLP | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/01/2021 | |
| Hatzlacha Rabbah LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 05/16/2025 | |
| Raczkowski, Nathan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/08/2025 | |
| Rizqui, Ibrahim | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/22/2022 | |
| Stern, Aryeh | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/01/2021 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 22 problems in this area, most recently on September 11, 2025: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 18 problems in this area, most recently on April 30, 2026: "Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 15 problems in this area, most recently on April 30, 2026: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 9 problems in this area, most recently on September 11, 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."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.17 hours per resident per day, below the Maryland average of 3.47.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Autumn Lake Healthcare at Parkville Baltimore, 0 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 38 citations
- Autumn Lake Healthcare at Perring Parkway Baltimore, 1.7 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 65 citations
- Towson Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Towson, 1.9 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 52 citations
- Edenwald Towson, 2.2 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 12 citations
- Holly Hill Healthcare Center Towson, 2.7 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 81 citations
- Complete Care at Multi Medical Center LLC Towson, 2.7 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 34 citations
- Oak Crest Village Parkville, 2.9 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 26 citations
- Orchard Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Towson, 3 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 99 citations
Maryland contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Maryland. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Maryland Department of Aging, 800-243-3425. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Maryland Health Care Commission, Maryland Quality Reporting, Nursing Homes, where Maryland publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven get at its last inspection?
- 23 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on September 11, 2025. The Maryland average is 17.
- Has Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Autumn Lake Healthcare at Loch Raven?
- CMS lists 16 owners and managers, and links the home to Autumn Lake Healthcare. Legal business name: 8720 EMGE OPCO LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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