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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade ValleyCMS ratings, inspections and fines

Address
56 West Frederick Street, Walkersville, MD 21793
CCN
215313
Ownership type
For-profit, limited liability company
Certified beds
124
Residents per day
113
CMS flags
None in the CMS record
CMS star ratings
Overall rating2 of 5
Health inspection rating2 of 5
Staffing rating2 of 5
Quality measure rating4 of 5
Care Compare record (Medicare.gov)

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CMS gives Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 1 Jun 2026. The latest survey cycle has 24 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Maryland is 16. CMS lists 1 fine of $37,265 for this home in its penalties file.

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .

Since the last CMS update

The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.

Ratings

CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.

CMS star ratings of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley, with medians
Rating (1 to 5 stars)This homeFrederick County medianMaryland medianUS average (CMS)
Overall rating24.03.03.0
Health inspection rating24.03.02.8
Staffing rating24.03.02.9
Quality measure rating45.04.03.6

A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 8 homes in the county, 221 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure

Citations by survey cycle

CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.

Health citations of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley in the last three survey cycles
Survey cycleStandard surveyCitationsMaryland median
Cycle 1 (latest)1 Jun 20262416
Cycle 21 May 20253018
Cycle 3No date3312

Health citations

The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.

Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.

Scope and severity of the 87 citations. Select a cell to show only its rows.
SeverityIsolatedPatternWidespread
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJ0K0L0
Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardyH0I0
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmA0B0

Survey cycle 1 (latest): 24 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley in survey cycle 1, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
1 Jun 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DComplaint investigation24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.DComplaint investigation24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionDStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.EStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0688Provide 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.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.EStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0803Ensure 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.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey24 Jul 2026
1 Jun 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey24 Jul 2026
23 Jan 2026F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2026
23 Jan 2026F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2026
23 Jan 2026F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2026
23 Jan 2026F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2026
23 Jan 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2026

Survey cycle 2: 30 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley in survey cycle 2, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
1 May 2025F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0584Honor 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.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0585Honor 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.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.EComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0688Provide 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.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0758Implement 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.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
1 May 2025F0947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.DStandard survey6 Jun 2025

Survey cycle 3: 33 citations

The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.

Health citations of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley in survey cycle 3, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
15 Nov 2023F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.DComplaint investigation6 Feb 2024
15 Nov 2023F0680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.DComplaint investigation6 Feb 2024
15 Nov 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation6 Feb 2024
15 Nov 2023F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation6 Feb 2024
15 Oct 2021F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0584Honor 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.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0608Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.FStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0732Post nurse staffing information every day.CStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0741Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.FStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0758Implement 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.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.CStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EStandard survey19 Nov 2021
15 Oct 2021F0947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.DStandard survey19 Nov 2021

The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report

Penalties

A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.

Penalties of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley in the CMS penalties file
DateTypeFineDays without payment
15 Nov 2023Fine$37,265

Staffing

Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.

Nurse staffing hours per resident per day at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley
StaffThis homeMaryland medianMaryland average (CMS)
All nurse staff3.553.603.87
Registered nurses (RN)0.600.700.84
Licensed practical nurses (LPN)1.230.91
Nurse aides1.722.12
All nurse staff, weekends3.213.203.47
Nurse staff turnover in a year
52.3%
Nurse staff turnover, Maryland median
41.5%
RN turnover in a year
63.6%
Administrators who left in a year
0

Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.

Quality measures

A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.

Quality measures of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley, average of four quarters (2025Q2-2026Q1)
Measure (CMS text)ResidentsThis homeMaryland medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay29.0%20.0%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.0%0.3%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.3%0.9%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay4.5%2.0%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay1.4%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay13.7%20.7%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay4.6%5.3%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay9.7%11.9%13.4%

For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure

Ownership

An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.

Ownership type
For-profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
56 West Frederick Opco LLC
Chain
Autumn Lake Healthcare (59 homes in the CMS chain file)
Organisations in the CMS ownership record of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley
OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
56 West Frederick Holdco LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest100%1 May 2021
Accurate Staffing LLCAdp of the snf1 May 2021
Brand Sonnenschine LLPAdp of the snf1 May 2021

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Other homes in Frederick County

The 7 nearest other nursing homes in Frederick County, Maryland
Nursing homeCityOverall ratingCitations, latest cycleFinesLast standard survey
Homewood Living FrederickFrederick5 of 52$022 Jul 2025
Northampton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation CenteFrederick1 of 515$16,56230 Jan 2026
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger CreekFrederick2 of 530$030 Jun 2025
Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center of FrederiFrederick5 of 510$020 Mar 2026
Frederick Crossing of JourneyFrederick4 of 525$13,53823 Feb 2026
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Braddock HeightsFrederick4 of 517$023 Jan 2026
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All 8 nursing homes in Frederick County

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley (CCN 215313). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/autumn-lake-healthcare-at-glade-valley-walkersville-md-215313/

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Questions

When was Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley last inspected?
The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 1 Jun 2026. It was a standard survey and a complaint investigation. It gave 19 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 1 May 2025.
Who operates Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley?
The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in the chain Autumn Lake Healthcare. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
Is Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley a Special Focus Facility?
No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 1 home in Maryland as a Special Focus Facility and 5 as candidates.
Where does the data on this page come from?
The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.