Deficiency Records for Bedford Specialty Care
Updated as of February 01, 2022
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Bedford Specialty Care. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.
| Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-09-02 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-09-02 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2021-08-12 | 2021-09-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-08-12 | 2021-09-01 | Y |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-26 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-24 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-20 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-17 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-17 | N |
| 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. | Health | 2019-08-01 | 2019-08-20 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-02 | 2019-08-02 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-02 | 2019-08-02 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2018-05-10 | 2018-06-04 | N |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-14 | 2018-05-23 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-14 | 2018-05-23 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-14 | 2018-05-23 | N |
