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16 Fusting Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228 · Baltimore County
All 8 nursing homes in Catonsville, MD (8 take Medicaid)
CMS certification number 215097 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville 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 Catonsville as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall, about the same as 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 3.43 hours per resident per day at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville, below the Maryland median of 3.70 (US median: 3.72). About 0.38 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.13 hours, 9% below its all-week average. 43.1% of nursing staff left within a year (Maryland median 40.9%).
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville: Medicare and Medicaid
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville 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 August 18, 2025 and found 16 deficiencies, plus 6 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 82 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 82 citations at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville across 4 inspection dates, 10 of them from complaint investigations. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 80 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 2 were minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (15) and resident assessment and care planning (15). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards" (tag F0812, level F, August 18, 2025). 5 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
June 17, 2026 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DDispose of garbage and refuse properly.
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
August 18, 2025 · 23 citations · includes complaint inspection
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EHonor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
EReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
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.
EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
EPost nurse staffing information every day.
EDispose of garbage and refuse properly.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
EKeep all essential equipment working safely.
EMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
EMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
EMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
DHonor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
DEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DEnsure 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.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
March 24, 2023 · 27 citations
FCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
FDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
FDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
FEnsure 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.
FEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
FProvide 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.
EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
EEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
EEnsure 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.
DAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
DGive residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
DNotify 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.
DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
DProvide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
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.
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
DDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
DMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CPost nurse staffing information every day.
December 21, 2018 · 29 citations
FEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
FEnsure 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.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
FSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
FKeep all essential equipment working safely.
FHave enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.
ECreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EHonor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
EProvide 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.
EObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
ESafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
DHonor 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.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
DPrepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
DImplement 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.
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.
CDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Questions to ask on a tour of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on June 17, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- CMS rates staffing 2 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
- 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 | 3/5 | 2/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| August 2026 | 2/5 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 |
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Hospitals near Autumn Lake Healthcare at Catonsville
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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- 3.3 mi
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Affiliation comes from CMS's affiliated-entity data, October 2026. All 59 Autumn Lake Healthcare nursing homes ›
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