Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ballenger Creek faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 48/100. The facility ranks in the 39th percentile among Maryland nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ballenger Creek is near the national average, with 3.73 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 63 deficiencies at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ballenger Creek, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.73 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.64 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.09 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.01 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.46 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.51 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0585 Severity DHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eNov 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Nov 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Nov 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0755 Severity DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jun 29, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 6.9% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 9.7% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 29.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.4% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 28.4% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 48 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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