14200 Laurel Park Drive, Laurel, MD 20707 · Prince Georges County
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Typically 88% full (135 of 153 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Patuxent River is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Laurel, MD, with 153 certified beds and an average of about 135 residents per day. It operates as part of the Autumn Lake Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.69 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,690–$18,190/mo (median $12,320) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Washington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (60 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
14200 Laurel Park Drive, Laurel, MD
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Talk to an advisor about this communityAutumn Lake Healthcare at Patuxent River does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Laurel, MD area typically runs $7,690–$18,190 per month (median $12,320, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Autumn Lake Healthcare at Patuxent River 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Patuxent River has 60 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 88% full (135 of 153 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Patuxent River in Laurel, MD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 153 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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