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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor

7309 Second Avenue

4(179 ratings)· Sykesville average: 4.1

Part of Autumn Lake Healthcare · 47 communities · 4.2★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
118
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
118
Therapy schedule
Rehab therapy offered seven days a week

What Families Think

Most reviewers describe Autumn Lake at Birch Manor as a clean, well-run rehab and long-term care facility with strong physical therapy and attentive nursing staff who kept families informed. One family, however, described a starkly different experience with understaffing, delayed hygiene care, and a bed sore, showing that care quality may vary by shift or floor.

The Good

  • Physical therapy praised as excellent by multiple reviewers
  • Nursing staff described as attentive and communicative with families
  • Personalized care plans with family input
  • Clean rooms and daily housekeeping noted
  • Smooth admissions process with clear guidance

The Bad

  • One report of understaffing, especially on weekends
  • One report of delayed hygiene care leading to a bed sore
  • One report of rude, uncompassionate nursing staff
  • One report of cold food and a wrong meal served
  • One report of worn furnishings and peeling closet wood
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor is a senior living community in Sykesville, Maryland offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 179 reviews.

About Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Birch Manor is a skilled nursing facility located in Sykesville, Maryland, providing sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care with round-the-clock skilled nursing for complex medical conditions.

The facility offers rehabilitative therapy seven days a week in an outcome-focused environment. Each resident receives an individualized recovery plan that adapts to their needs as they progress. The multidisciplinary team uses progressive, hands-on rehabilitation techniques to restore strength, mobility, and independence, supported by a state-of-the-art gym with top-of-the-line rehabilitative equipment.

Autumn Lake at Birch Manor emphasizes creating a warm, inviting atmosphere where physicians, nurses, and therapists work to merge expert medical care with quality of life. Advanced care programs for complex medical conditions are overseen by a team of in-house, board-certified specialists.

The community offers a daily schedule packed with activities and plenty of outdoor and indoor spaces for socializing, allowing residents to maintain an active lifestyle. Family members and friends are welcome to visit.

The facility is conveniently located just minutes from local hospitals and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance plans, and private pay.

Types of Care at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor

4overall · 179 ratings combined

4★ on Google (179)

Sherrell McNamara

Jun 2026

via Google

My experience with Autumn Lake at Birch Manner has been nothing but positive. The admission process was smooth and the Director explained everything in great detail and guided us through the process. The Business Manager kept the family in the loop of the status of my grandmother's case and what, if anything, was needed to help facilitate the process. My grandmother's dedicated nursing staff provided consistent and genuine care. They made my grandmother feel respected and comfortable and treated her like family. The activities team helped to make my grandmother feel engaged and entertained even when she didn't feel well. I can say that I do not regret my decision to move my grandmother into Autumn Lake at Birch Manor. Thank you to everyone at the facility for everything.

Holly Scarcia

May 2026

via Google

Surprisingly pleased with Autumn Lake once we learned their rythym and flow. The staff was always accomodating and assisted when needed. My mother had a very pleasant rehab experience considering her circumstances. The Physical Therapy department-excellent! Thank you.

Scott Morningstar

Apr 2026

via Google

I have a friend there and I’m really impressed with them, especially since we’ve had bad experiences in other facilities. Birch manor is extremely clean and pleasant. The staff is attentive and work hard. The therapy and therapist are top notch. I have no doubt they will have him up and moving in no time. Thank you to the staff for your great care of my friend!!!!!

Nancy Lawn

Apr 2026

via Google

This place was awful when my husband arrived. He was bedridden and would wait hours to be cleaned up, even though he had a horrific bed sore. It is under staffed, especially on the weekends. Some nurses were nice but most have no compassion and are rude. Luckily, I was there every day to advocate for him. The food was always cold and the last day he was there, he was served the wrong meal. The furnishings are old, fabric chairs and the closet had wood peeling off. I could not recommend this place with a good conscience. I believe things only got better because I spoke with the director and they knew I was going to be there. I wish I could post pictures. The only part that was good were the physical therapists. They got my husband to a point where he could come home. That's the only reason I could give a star.

Michael Collett

Feb 2026

via Google

My father was a resident at Birch Manor for 9 months, which included both short term care and long term care. During this time, my husband and I got to know the Second Floor Staff, from Administration to Housekeeping very well, and were very pleased with the care they provided Dad. They were always present to keep us informed of his daily condition, and were always attentive to his needs, as well as addressing any concerns/questions we had, in a timely and thoughtful manner. If his condition/medications changed in any way, we were notified either in person or via telephone calls. Dad was bedridden, and as a result he required extensive personal care. His daily needs, which were met on a timely basis, included extensive hygiene care, wound care, memory care, and medications. All staff were very caring and took the time to talk and listen to our Dad and his life stories, which was so appreciated. PT staff continued visits with Dad even after PT ended. Dad was checked in on routinely to assure safety protocols were being met. His room was thoroughly cleaned on a daily basis, and the food was excellent, adjusting his diet to his personal preferences. We had personalized Care Plan meetings, with family input. We highly recommend Autumn Lake at Birch Manor for your loved one. Vicki & Michael Collett

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 105 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Nov 20, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 5, 2026

Jun 11, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard30 citations
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 15, 2025

Nov 4, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 6, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 6, 2024

Jun 9, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard32 citations
  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 6, 2021

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Establish emergency prep training and testing.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2020

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 5, 2020

Aug 3, 2018Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard40 citations
  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • 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.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

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

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2018

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 24, 2018

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 24, 2018

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor offer?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor located?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor is located at 7309 Second Avenue in Sykesville, Maryland.

What do families say about Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor?

Most reviewers describe Autumn Lake at Birch Manor as a clean, well-run rehab and long-term care facility with strong physical therapy and attentive nursing staff who kept families informed. One family, however, described a starkly different experience with understaffing, delayed hygiene care, and a bed sore, showing that care quality may vary by shift or floor.

How did Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor do on recent health and safety inspections?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Birch Manor had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 105 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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