A list of the most recent deficiencies for Life Care Center of Wichita. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | 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 | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-11 | 2023-08-08 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-07-03 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-07-03 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-07-03 | Y |
| Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-07-03 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-07-03 | Y |
| List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-15 | 2022-04-13 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-02-07 | 2022-03-01 | Y |
| Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-30 | 2020-10-29 | N |
| Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | Health | 2020-08-13 | 2020-09-02 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2020-08-13 | 2020-09-02 | N |
