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6000 Bellona Avenue Baltimore, MD 21212 · Baltimore City County
All 39 nursing homes in Baltimore, MD (37 take Medicaid)
CMS certification number 215074 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the Maryland average of 3.2.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 3.64 hours per resident per day at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood, about the same as the Maryland median of 3.70 (US median: 3.72). About 0.36 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.17 hours, 13% below its all-week average. 66.7% of nursing staff left within a year (Maryland median 40.9%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there.
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood: Medicare and Medicaid
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Maryland's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on July 17, 2026 and found 16 deficiencies, plus 9 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 76 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 76 citations at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood across 6 inspection dates, 26 of them from complaint investigations. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 75 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 1 was minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (17) and resident rights (14). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training" (tag F0730, level F, July 24, 2025). 7 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
July 17, 2026 · 19 citations · includes complaint inspection
ESet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
EHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
EMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
DEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
DEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
DEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
DProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
DEmploy staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
June 10, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
May 15, 2026 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection
DHonor 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.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
January 13, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
DProvide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
July 24, 2025 · 30 citations · includes complaint inspection
FObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
EHonor 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.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
EProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
EMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
DHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
DEnsure 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.
DProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
DArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
DDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
DEducate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
September 21, 2022 · 21 citations
EReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
EHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
EHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
EHonor 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.
EProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
ENotify 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.
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Questions to ask on a tour of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on May 15, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- CMS rates staffing 1 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
- Nursing staff turnover was 66.7% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| August 2026 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 1/5 | 4/5 |
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Hospitals near Autumn Lake Healthcare at Homewood
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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1.6 mi
Good Samaritan Hospital BaltimoreEmergency room ★★★☆☆ Medicare overall 3 of 5Median ER visit 4h 7m for patients treated and sent home
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1.7 mi
University of MD St Joseph Medical Center TowsonEmergency room ★★★★★ Medicare overall 5 of 5Median ER visit 4h 24m for patients treated and sent home
- 1.8 mi
Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.
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