Overall Score
CMS Five-Star Quality RatingAverageCMS Five-Star overall rating
- Much below average
- Below average
- Average
- Above average
- Much above average
Where it ranks
- MarylandAbove only 40% of peers219 rated homes · average 3.1★
- Baltimore CountyAbove only 38% of peers43 rated homes · average 3.2★
- United StatesAbove only 41% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★
How the rating is built
- Health inspectionsStarting point3★+0.2 vs MD avg
- StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−1.1 vs MD avg
- Quality measuresCan add or remove a star3★−0.8 vs MD avg
CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.
Ratings & measures
Tap a row to see what it meansHealth inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles3★Above only 43% of peersMD avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?
Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.
Why it matters
It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.
Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 7% of peersMD avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?
Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.
Why it matters
More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.
Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments3★Above only 14% of peersMD avg3.8★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?
Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.
Why it matters
It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.
Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.35hrsAbove only 16% of peersMD avg3.90Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?
All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.
Why it matters
Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.
RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.65hrsAbove only 41% of peersMD avg0.83Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?
Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.
Why it matters
RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.
Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better60%Above only 5% of peersMD avg41%RN turnover45%
What is nursing staff turnover?
The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.
Why it matters
High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.
Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$0Above only 42% of peersMD avg$24,026Fines · denials0 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?
Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.
Why it matters
Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.
Inspection history
Last three inspection cycles37citations
4inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Jul 25, 2025most recent
Citations by monthDec 2018 – Jul 2025
- No actual harm (D–F)
- Actual harm (G–I)
- Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
- $Fine or payment denial
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Jul 25, 2025Cycle 1worst E · no actual harm
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- Ensure each residentâs drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Sep 5, 2025
- F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025
Apr 14, 2025Cycle 1worst D · no actual harm
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 25, 2025
- F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 25, 2025
- F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 25, 2025
- F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 25, 2025
Nov 17, 2022Cycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy
- F923Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F572Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F585Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the residentâs advance directives.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected Jun 20, 2020
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 16, 2023
- F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Feb 1, 2023
- F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Dec 11, 2018Cycle 3worst E · no actual harm
- F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F838Conduct 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.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- Notify the resident or the residentâs representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the residentâs bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
- F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2019
Staffing
From quarterly payroll reportsHours per resident per day
- All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.35hrs
- Registered nursesRN hours only0.65hrs
- Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.74hrs
- Nurse aidesCNA hours1.95hrs
- Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.09hrs
- Maryland average
- Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)
Turnover & capacity
- Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better60%Above only 5% of peersMD avg 41%
- RN turnoverRegistered nurses only45%Not ranked by CMS
- Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
- Occupancy135 certified beds · ~120 residents a day89%Above 58% of peersMD avg 83%
Fines & penalties
Roughly the past three yearsEnforcement summary
- $0In fines
- 0Fines
- 0Payment denials
- $24,026MD avg in fines
Above only 42% of peersFewer fines than 42% of rated homes in Maryland
Actions on record
No fines or payment denialsNothing on record in the current reporting window. Maryland facilities average 0.7 penalties.
Ownership
As filed with CMSStructure
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Autumn Lake Healthcare60 facilities in the chain2.8★ chain average
- Certification
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Location type
- Urban
- Ownership change
- None in the last 12 months
People and entities on file
Operational or managerial control
- Narender Bharaj
- Valerie Nozea
- Mark Schwartz
Corporate officers
- Mark Schwartz
Person Organization
Sources & notes
Public data, updated quarterlyData sources
- CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
- CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
- CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.
Notes
- CMS Certification Number 215129 · 8710 EMGE ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD, 21234.
- Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Maryland and Baltimore County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
- This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.
