Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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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.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
6,303 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 28 | 91 | 21,474 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 37 | 65 | 11,988 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 4 | 16 | 3,611 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,270 | 72 | 78% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,656 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,441 | 75 | 82% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 951 | 68 | 74% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 922 | 76 | 83% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 637 | 67 | 73% | 5.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 491 | 57 | 62% | 8.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 62 | 67% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 459 | 59 | 64% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 418 | 53 | 58% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 170 | 29 | 32% | 5.5 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
32% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Frederick's city center to Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 14.21 miles to nearest hospital (Frederick Health Mt Airy)
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is located in Frederick, Maryland.
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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
| Citizens Nursing Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Frederick (Rosemont Avenue) | 172
Facility
172
MD AVG
44
Rank
#25 / 697 | - | - | 3.31 | -21% | -12% | $0 | 41 | 10.3 | 1 | 157 |
41
Facility
41
MD AVG
43
Rank
#508 / 985 | Frederick County Maryland | $30.4M | $14.4M | 47.5% | 215105 | ||||
| Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Frederick (Ballenger Creek Center) | 130
Facility
130
MD AVG
44
Rank
#67 / 697 | - | - | 3.16 | -43% | -16% | $0 | 59 | 19.7 | 2 | 118 |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
43
Rank
#563 / 985 | 347 Ballenger Holdco LLC | $21.0M | $8.5M | 40.4% | 215001 | ||||
| Frederick Health & Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Frederick (Wyngate) | 120
Facility
120
MD AVG
44
Rank
#79 / 697 | - | - | 3.56 | -50% | -6% | $13.2k | 109 | 27.3 | 3 | 98 |
55
Facility
55
MD AVG
43
Rank
#369 / 985 | - | $16.4M | $6.6M | 40.6% | 215184 | ||||
| Northampton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Frederick | 196
Facility
196
MD AVG
44
Rank
#11 / 697 | - | - | 4.09 | -11% | +8% | $16.6k | 77 | 25.7 | 1 | 117 |
59
Facility
59
MD AVG
43
Rank
#327 / 985 | Michael Roles | $15.8M | $6.7M | 42.1% | 215217 |
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is in the Ballenger Creek Center neighborhood.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Yes — there are 6 photos of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek in the photo gallery on this page.
(301) 663-5181 will put you in contact with the team at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek.
Yes — Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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