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AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR

Grade B 81/100 composite score

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
3/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
4/5
Staffing
3/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

118

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Total Fines

None

Last Survey

N/A

7309 SECOND AVENUE, SYKESVILLE, MD 21784
4107951100

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.44h
LPN
1.09h
CNA
1.90h
Total
3.43h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

7309 SECOND AVENUE HOLDCO LLC

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Aug 2022

100%

AS FAMILY MD4 HOLDINGS LLC

Organization5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Aug 2022

57%

M MEISELS FAMILY HOLDINGS LLC

Organization5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Aug 2022

40%

DAVE, MITUL

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2021

KENDELL, ZINA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jul 2024

SCHWARTZ, MARK

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Aug 2022

SCHWARTZ, MARK

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Aug 2022

7309 SECOND AVENUE PROPCO LLC

Organization5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTSince Aug 2022

Penalties & Fines

No penalties or fines on record.

Health Inspection Deficiencies (85)

November 20, 2025Health1 deficiency
0925DMinimal harm, Isolated

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Environmental Deficiencies

June 11, 2025Health22 deficiencies
0565EMinimal harm, Pattern

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0628DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0656EMinimal harm, Pattern

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0812DMinimal harm, Isolated

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0842DMinimal harm, Isolated

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0880EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0906DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide enough power supply for lighting all entrances and exits; equipment for fire detection and alarm systems, and extinguishers.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0585DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor 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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0610DMinimal harm, Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0657FMinimal harm, Widespread

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0679EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0568DMinimal harm, Isolated

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0791DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0803DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure 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.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0867DMinimal harm, Isolated

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
0868DMinimal harm, Isolated

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 15, 2025
November 4, 2024Health2 deficiencies
0584EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 6, 2024
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 6, 2024
June 9, 2021Health22 deficiencies
0655EMinimal harm, Pattern

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0657EMinimal harm, Pattern

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0692DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0761DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0842EMinimal harm, Pattern

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0550DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0580DMinimal harm, Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0583DMinimal harm, Isolated

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0622DMinimal harm, Isolated

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0623DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0624DMinimal harm, Isolated

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0677DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0688DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide 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.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0757DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0806DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0838DMinimal harm, Isolated

Conduct 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.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0923DMinimal harm, Isolated

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
0943DMinimal harm, Isolated

Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 6, 2021
August 3, 2018Health38 deficiencies
0553DMinimal harm, Isolated

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0580EMinimal harm, Pattern

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0584EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0622DMinimal harm, Isolated

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0624DMinimal harm, Isolated

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0641EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0656FMinimal harm, Widespread

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0657FMinimal harm, Widespread

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0679DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0684EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0688DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide 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.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0690DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0732CNo harm, Widespread

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0744DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0761EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0812EMinimal harm, Pattern

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0842FMinimal harm, Widespread

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0558DMinimal harm, Isolated

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0559DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0568DMinimal harm, Isolated

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0610DMinimal harm, Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0623DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0625CNo harm, Widespread

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0640DMinimal harm, Isolated

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0642DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0655FMinimal harm, Widespread

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0692DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0711DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0756DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0757DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0758EMinimal harm, Pattern

Implement 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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0806CNo harm, Widespread

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0868EMinimal harm, Pattern

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0881EMinimal harm, Pattern

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0908FMinimal harm, Widespread

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018
0919DMinimal harm, Isolated

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 8, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR?

AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR in SYKESVILLE, Maryland has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 81.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR?

AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR has an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 3/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR have?

AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR has 85 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

How many beds does AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR have?

AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BIRCH MANOR has 118 certified beds with approximately 108 current residents (92% occupancy). The facility is located at 7309 SECOND AVENUE, SYKESVILLE, Maryland 21784. It is a for profit - limited liability company facility.

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