Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek

347 Ballenger Center Dr, Frederick, MD 21703 View Map

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in Maryland

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is the perfect nursing home to receive good care. It’s composed of a professional care staff who brings not only excellence to the recovery of every senior; residents can genuinely feel the high- end quality of care in a nurturing environment. 
Expect nothing but quality when it comes to their service: an advanced level of recovery found by the support of a psychiatrist, a wound care specialist, and a physiatrist; 24/7 skilled nursing; speech, physical, and occupational therapy; restorative care, bereavement counseling, diabetes management, and track management care.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek.

+1 301-663-5181

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.16/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 130

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Maryland average
Occupancy rate 87.8%
Residents per day (avg) 118
Occupancy rate
87.8%
Residents per day (avg)
118

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

32% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$21.0M
Profit
$1.3M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$20,993,389.00
Profit
$1,289,050.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.3M
6.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.4M
Total costs $19.7M

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
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Address 1.6 miles from city center

Address 347 Ballenger Center Dr, Frederick, MD 21703

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

195
Total Staff
122
Employees
73
Contractors
46,859
Total Hours (Quarter)
65
Avg Staff/Day
7.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse218 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse418.8 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant917.7 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
154 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
8 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
5 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services
7 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.3%
of total hours from contractors
6,716 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 28 Licensed Practical Nurse: 13 Registered Nurse: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 5
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant63289121,28391100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse28134110,79391100%8.8
Registered Nurse129213,94491100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist7072,9188492%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0441,4267279%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0551,0048391%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0559267178%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff6068647279%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0446776470%6.7
Dental Services Staff1015246369%8.3
Administrator1015126875%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1015056268%8.1
RN Director of Nursing1015016470%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1015006470%7.8
Qualified Social Worker0552673741%6.9
Dietitian1012172629%8.3

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Nov 2018 – Jun 2025)

3
Inspections
59
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
19.67
Citations/Inspection
Jun 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
2
Moderate (D-F)
55
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
1
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
13
22% of total
Resident Rights
8
14% of total
Pharmacy Services
7
12% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
5
8% of total
Infection Control
4
7% of total
Administration
2
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 58
Complaint Investigations 5
State Comparison (MD)
Citations
59
Maryland average: 49.9
Critical Citations
1
Maryland average: 0.5
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Jun 30, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D EnvironmentalF0908 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 F Infection ControlF0887 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D PharmacyF0756 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Quality of CareF0679 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0697 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Quality of CareF0740 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Care PlanningF0636 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 E Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Resident RightsF0557 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Jun 30, 2025 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 F Abuse/NeglectF0607 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D AdministrationF0865 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Nursing ServicesF0711 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 F Nursing ServicesF0730 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 C Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D PharmacyF0756 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 J PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 E Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 E Quality of CareF0679 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Quality of CareF0680 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 E Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 E Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 B Resident RightsF0573 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
Nov 19, 2018 E AdministrationF0867 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Autumn Lake Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
117 Total Residents
Medicare 31 (26.5%)
Medicaid 62 (53%)
Private Pay/Other 24 (20.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
18.6 Score
44% worse than avg Maryland avg: 12.9

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
36.8 Score
43% worse than avg Maryland avg: 25.7

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
26.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
6.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
9.1%
Falls with Major Injury
1.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
5.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
51.0%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
8.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
33.4%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
92.8% 18% better than avg Maryland: 78.4%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.5% 66% better than avg Maryland: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
94.4% 17% better than avg Maryland: 80.6%

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Options Waiver
Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • MD Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Senior Care Program
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits: $11,000 (individual).
  • MD Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (~5 trips/month), case management.
Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
  • Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
  • Asset Limits: $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
  • MD Specifics: Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (unlimited per medical need).
Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program
Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy
Official government program page
  • General: Age 62+, Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$34,000/year (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits: Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
  • MD Specifics: Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.
  • Services: Personal care, meals, 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical).
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Maryland VA Aid and Attendance
  • General: Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
  • Asset Limits: $155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MD Specifics: High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.
  • Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)
Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
  • Income Limits (2025): $48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: None specified.
  • MD Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.
  • Services: Up to $40/month premium subsidy, reducing drug costs.
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Maryland Medicare Savings Programs
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
  • Income Limits (2025): $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
  • MD Specifics: Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.
  • Services: Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
  • Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
  • Asset Limits: $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • MD Specifics: Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week), chores, nurse supervision.

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Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Community Options Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • MD Specifics:
    High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Maryland Senior Care

Senior Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits:
    $11,000 (individual).
  • MD Specifics:
    Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (~5 trips/month), case management.
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
  • MD Specifics:
    Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (unlimited per medical need).
Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$34,000/year (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
  • MD Specifics:
    Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care, meals, 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical).
Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Requirements:
  • General:
    Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
  • Asset Limits:
    $155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MD Specifics:
    High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    $48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    None specified.
  • MD Specifics:
    Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Up to $40/month premium subsidy, reducing drug costs.
Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
  • MD Specifics:
    Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • MD Specifics:
    Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week), chores, nurse supervision.
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