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AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BRADDOCK HEIGHTS

6012 JEFFERSON BOULEVARD, FREDERICK, MD 21703
Score: 87 / 100

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Braddock Heights is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Frederick, Maryland, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 87/100, it ranks in the top 13% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

With 3.30 total nurse hours per resident per day, Autumn Lake Healthcare At Braddock Heights falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 57 deficiencies at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Braddock Heights. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.30 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.90 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.82 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.59 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.10 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.66 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

57
Total Deficiencies
Jan 22, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 57 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0558 Severity D
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jan 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Jan 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity E
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Aug 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 15, 2024 · Infection Control 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 5.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 24.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 31.6% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 11.1% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 27.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 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

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
65
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 15, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8