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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Long View

Manchester, Maryland · CCN 215017

13 surveys since 2012. The first finding at harm level was recorded in 2016.

Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

Citations on record
56
Surveys
13
Harm or worse
1
Immediate jeopardy
0
The record, 2012–2025
’12’15’20’25
No harm recordedHarm or worseNot surveyed
Harm or worse1

Findings where a surveyor recorded actual harm to a resident.

Beyond CMS’s monthly file9/13

Older surveys no longer in CMS’s monthly file or on Care Compare. They are shown here.

The facility

Certified beds
109
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE
County
Carroll
Medicare-certified since
1967

CMS ratings

Overall
4
Health inspection
4
Staffing
3
Quality measures
3

CMS’s own Five-Star ratings.

Compared with similar facilities

Since 2021, this facility recorded fewer weighted findings than most of its peer group.

Weighted by harm level, against 43 for-profit facilities of 100–127 beds in Maryland.

Last survey on record

Dec 1, 2025

343 days ago.

Counts surveys with at least one finding. A clean survey leaves no record here, so the real gap may be shorter.

Staffing

MeasureThis facilityPeer median
Nurse hours per resident day3.963.55
Registered-nurse hours per resident day0.67—
Annual nurse turnover50.0%43.0%

As reported by the facility to CMS, beside the peer-group median.

Enforcement

No fines, payment denials or special-focus designation on the current CMS record.

Severity of recent findings

Citations by CMS scope and severity. Rows are harm level, columns are how widespread the finding was.
SeverityIsolatedPatternWidespread
Immediate jeopardyJ—K—L—
Actual harmG—H—I—
No harm, potential for more than minimalD2790.0%E310.0%F—
No harm, potential for minimalA—B—C—
CMS’s current file: 30 of the 56 citations on record.

Most frequently cited here

In CMS’s current monthly file.

  • F5842×

    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.

  • F6232×

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

  • F6252×

    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.

  • F6562×

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • F6842×

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

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Long View, in the surveyor’s own words.

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF636Apr 22, 2024

    Based on record review and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to complete Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for residents within the regulatory time frames to facilitate appropriate care planning and maintain the current assessment record. This was evident for 4 (#70, #52, #83, #85) of 68 residents reviewed during the recertification survey. The findings include: The MDS is a federally mandated assessment tool that nursing home staff use to gather information on each resident's strengths and needs. The information collected drives resident care planning decisions. The Quarterly assessment must be completed within 92 days of the MDS Completion Date of the last quarterly MDS assessment. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF656Apr 22, 2024

    Based on medical record review and staff interview it was determined that facility staff failed to develop and implement comprehensive, person-centered care plans, with measurable goals and non-pharmacological approaches. This was evident for 2 (#4, #64) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The findings include: A care plan is a guide that addresses the unique needs of each resident. It is used to plan, assess, and evaluate the effectiveness of the resident's care. The MDS (Minimum Data Set) is a complete assessment of the resident which provides the facility information necessary to develop a plan of care, provide the appropriate care and services to the resident, and to modify the care plan based on the resident's status. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF657Apr 22, 2024

    Based on resident and staff interviews and medical records review it was determined the facility 1) failed to include residents in the development of the care plan and invite to the care plan meeting, 2) failed to ensure participation in the care planning process by required interdisciplinary team members, and 3) failed to evaluate and update a care plan. This was evident for 3 (Resident #43, #1, #46) of 5 residents reviewed for care planning, and 2 (Resident #4, #64) of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The findings include: 1) Resident #43 has been residing in a private room at the facility since admission in late 2023. On 4/9/24 at 11:33 AM, Resident #43 was interviewed and reported that s/he had not participated in a care plan meeting. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF584Dec 1, 2025

    Based on observation and interview with staff it was determined the facility failed to provide maintenance services necessary to maintain a sanitary and orderly interior. This was evident in 1 of 3 nourishment rooms observed during the recertification/complaint survey.The findings include:The nourishment room located on the locked memory care unit was observed on 12/1/25 at 11:42 AM. A circular hole, approximately 4-5 inches in diameter, was observed in the wallboard below the countertop.The Administrator was made aware and confirmed this finding on 12/1/25 at 2:29 PM. She indicated that the hole was the result of a plumbing pipe being removed.

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF645Dec 1, 2025

    Based on medical record review and interview with staff it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure that each resident had an accurately completed Level 1 PASARR screening prior to admission. This was evident for 1 (Resident #8) of 3 residents reviewed for PASARR during the recertification/complaint survey.The findings include:The Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) is a federal requirement to help ensure that individuals are not inappropriately placed in nursing homes for long term care. […]

Read 21 findings in full →The most serious and the most recent: 21 of 56 on record.

Every survey on record

FindingsAt actual harm or above

  • Dec 1, 2025Standard4 findings
  • Jun 26, 2025Complaint2 findings
  • Apr 22, 2024Standard and complaint17 findings
  • Dec 17, 2020Infection control1 finding
  • Apr 25, 2019Standard7 findings
  • Nov 17, 2017Standard2 findings
  • Oct 28, 2016Standard8 findings
  • Jul 29, 2016Complaint1 finding · 1 harm
Show the 5 earlier surveys
  • Aug 31, 2015Standard2 findings
  • Jul 11, 2014Complaint2 findings
  • May 29, 2014Standard2 findings
  • Apr 24, 2013—5 findings
  • Feb 14, 2012—3 findings

Surveys that found no deficiencies are not in CMS’s files and do not appear here.

Comparable facilities

The nearest facilities to this one in the same peer group, by weighted findings.

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