Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek is a Nursing Home in Maryland
Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in Maryland
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek is a Nursing Home in Maryland
Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in Maryland
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek is the perfect skilled nursing community to receive outstanding care. 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 Spa 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 Spa Creek.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
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.
Occupancy rate
88.3%
Residents per day (avg)
117
Occupancy rate
88.3%
Residents per day (avg)
117
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
28 days
Private pay
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
27 days
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$22.6M
Profit
$506.7K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$22,603,457.00
Profit
$506,650.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$20.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$22.1M
Comparison Chart
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SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
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8.8%
164.00
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SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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50
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88.5%
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170.80
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Baltimore Washington
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MD 21061
116
No
59
313 HOSPITAL DRIVE OPCO LLC
81.8%
$16,295,614.00
$1,163,719.00
7.1%
95.60
2/5
2.9389
2/5
2/5
3/5
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Annapolis
130
No
48
35 MILKSHAKE HOLDCO LLC
88.3%
$22,427,127.00
$1,283,427.00
5.7%
116.50
2/5
3.3201
1/5
2/5
5/5
Baywoods of Annapolis
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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No
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
251
Total Staff
78
Employees
173
Contractors
49,104
Total Hours (Quarter)
63
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 27 | 8 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 80 | 9.3 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 104 | 8.9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
213 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
19 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
35%
of total hours from contractors
17,194 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 55
Registered Nurse: 21
Certified Nursing Assistant: 75
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 6
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 75 | 104 | 19,161 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 55 | 80 | 13,976 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 21 | 27 | 3,019 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,981 | 82 | 90% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,947 | 72 | 79% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,419 | 88 | 97% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,376 | 68 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,307 | 78 | 86% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 960 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 928 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 661 | 69 | 76% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 549 | 65 | 71% | 6.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 466 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 426 | 57 | 63% | 7.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jul 2017 – Aug 2025)
5
Inspections
65
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
13
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
11
17% of total
Resident Rights
10
15% of total
Pharmacy Services
8
12% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
6
9% of total
Administration
3
5% of total
Environmental
3
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
49
Complaint Investigations
27
State Comparison (MD)
Citations
65
Maryland average: 49.9
Critical Citations
1
Maryland average: 0.5
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 06, 2025 | F | Environmental | F0908 | Corrected |
| Aug 06, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Administration | F0840 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | E | Environmental | F0925 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Jun 04, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0603 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Administration | F0835 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0740 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0636 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0638 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0559 | Corrected |
| Feb 03, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0604 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | E | Nutrition | F0809 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | K | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | E | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 05, 2018 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
118
Total Residents
Medicare
37
(31.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
59
(50%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
22
(18.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
10.2
Score
21% better 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
22.2
Score
14% better 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
23.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
2.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
19.1%
Falls with Major Injury
0.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
3.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
19.6%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
23.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
96.5%
23% better than avg
Maryland: 78.4%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
Maryland: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
92.0%
14% better than avg
Maryland: 80.6%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Spa Creek based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
88.3%
↓ 2.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$506,650
↓ ~$667K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$10,073,605
↓ ~$469K vs 2022
Profit Margin
2.3%
↓ 2.9pp vs 2022
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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
Maryland Senior Care
Official government program page
- 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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