AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT CATONSVILLE

16 FUSTING AVENUE, CATONSVILLE, MD 21228

Independent ratings: No payments from facilities
D

Falls short of federal staffing minimum — elevated deficiency count.

Quality Breakdown

RN Staffing
Registered nurse time each resident receives daily. Federal minimum: 0.55 hrs.
0.47 ✗ Below federal minimum (0.55)
Health Deficiencies
Violations found during federal inspections over the last 3 years.
23
CMS Ratings
Overall and Staffing quality ratings from CMS (1-5 stars).
Quality: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Staffing: ★★☆☆☆ (2/5)
NursingHomeGrade Score
39/100

Data last updated: April 12, 2026

Inspection Deficiencies

Health inspections identify violations of federal standards. Severity ranges from no actual harm (A–F) to immediate jeopardy (J–L).

Most recent inspection (August 18, 2025)

E Potential harm — pattern F0908 Status: Corrected

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0919 Status: Corrected

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0921 Status: Corrected

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0925 Status: Corrected

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0604 Status: Corrected

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0880 Status: Corrected

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0732 Status: Corrected

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

F Potential harm — widespread F0812 Status: Corrected

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0814 Status: Corrected

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0755 Status: Corrected

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0761 Status: Corrected

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0684 Status: Corrected

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0697 Status: Corrected

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0677 Status: Corrected

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0693 Status: Corrected

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.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0641 Status: Corrected

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0656 Status: Corrected

Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0658 Status: Corrected

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0842 Status: Corrected

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0557 Status: Corrected

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0558 Status: Corrected

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

D Potential harm — isolated F0559 Status: Corrected

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

E Potential harm — pattern F0584 Status: Corrected

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected October 22, 2025

Inspection cycle 2 (March 24, 2023)

F Potential harm — widespread F0920 Status: Corrected

Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0921 Status: Corrected

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0610 Status: Corrected

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0883 Status: Corrected

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Infection Control Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0711 Status: Corrected

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

C No harm — widespread F0732 Status: Corrected

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0803 Status: Corrected

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.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

F Potential harm — widespread F0804 Status: Corrected

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0755 Status: Corrected

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0759 Status: Corrected

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

F Potential harm — widespread F0761 Status: Corrected

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0677 Status: Corrected

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0684 Status: Corrected

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0689 Status: Corrected

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0690 Status: Corrected

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0691 Status: Corrected

Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0636 Status: Corrected

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

F Potential harm — widespread F0655 Status: Corrected

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

F Potential harm — widespread F0656 Status: Corrected

Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

F Potential harm — widespread F0657 Status: Corrected

Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0842 Status: Corrected

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0550 Status: Corrected

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0553 Status: Corrected

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0561 Status: Corrected

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0572 Status: Corrected

Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

E Potential harm — pattern F0584 Status: Corrected

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

D Potential harm — isolated F0625 Status: Corrected

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected May 8, 2023

Inspection cycle 3 (December 21, 2018)

F Potential harm — widespread F0867 Status: Corrected

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Administration Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0908 Status: Corrected

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0922 Status: Corrected

Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.

Environmental Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

C No harm — widespread F0607 Status: Corrected

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0609 Status: Corrected

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0880 Status: Corrected

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0730 Status: Corrected

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0801 Status: Corrected

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.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0809 Status: Corrected

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0812 Status: Corrected

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0758 Status: Corrected

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0760 Status: Corrected

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0761 Status: Corrected

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0675 Status: Corrected

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0677 Status: Corrected

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0688 Status: Corrected

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.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0689 Status: Corrected

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0690 Status: Corrected

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0697 Status: Corrected

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

F Potential harm — widespread F0641 Status: Corrected

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0655 Status: Corrected

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0656 Status: Corrected

Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0657 Status: Corrected

Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

E Potential harm — pattern F0842 Status: Corrected

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0550 Status: Corrected

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0558 Status: Corrected

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0584 Status: Corrected

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0622 Status: Corrected

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

D Potential harm — isolated F0624 Status: Corrected

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Resident Rights Deficiencies — Deficient, Provider has date of correction, corrected January 31, 2019

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