Deficiency Records for Ellicott City Healthcare Center
Updated as of April 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Ellicott City Healthcare Center. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-27 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-27 | Y |
| Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-27 | Y |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| 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. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Provide appropriate care/assistance for a resident with a prosthesis. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| 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. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-06-17 | 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 | 2018-04-17 | 2018-06-01 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-17 | 2018-06-01 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-17 | 2018-06-01 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-17 | 2018-06-01 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-17 | 2018-06-01 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2018-03-30 | 2018-05-14 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2018-03-30 | 2018-05-14 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-04-01 | Y |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-04-01 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-10-12 | 2017-11-22 | Y |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-10-12 | 2017-11-22 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-08-18 | 2017-09-28 | Y |
| Allow married couples living in the same facility to share a room. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2017-01-19 | 2017-03-03 | N |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2017-01-17 | 2017-02-10 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2017-01-17 | 2017-02-10 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2017-01-17 | 2017-02-10 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-10-12 | 2016-11-07 | Y |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2016-10-12 | 2016-11-07 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-07-28 | 2016-09-01 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-05-04 | 2016-06-03 | Y |
| Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Give notice to the resident before a room or roommate change. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Conduct initial and periodic assessments of each resident's functional capacity. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2015-12-18 | 2016-01-26 | N |
| Fire resistant room wall surfaces. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Exit stairways and towers that are smoke proof. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2015-11-23 | 2016-01-07 | N |
