Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ballenger Creek
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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
7407 Willow Road · Frederick, MD 21702 · Lic. #10AL017-K (MD) · 70 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
15
July 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-22 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0624Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0624 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0625Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-07-15 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 7, 2018 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2018-11-07 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2018-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 7, 2018 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2018-11-07 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2018-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 7, 2018 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2018-11-07 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2018-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 7, 2018 · E
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2018-11-07 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2018-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 4.38 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Non profit - Church related
CMS Care Compare chain: Homewood Retirement Centers
Chain ID 273 · 4 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Assisted Living
Median · MD$6,860/moAssisted Living
Median · MD$7,173/moNursing Homes
Median · MD$12,188/moNursing Homes
Median · MD$12,927/moOther licensed providers in Frederick, with their own public records.
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