A list of the most recent deficiencies for Appleton Area Health. 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 implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-11-08 | 2023-12-29 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2023-11-08 | 2023-12-29 | N |
| Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | Health | 2023-11-08 | 2023-12-29 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-11-08 | 2023-12-29 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2023-11-08 | 2023-12-29 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-11-01 | 2023-12-15 | Y |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-07 | 2023-11-08 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-07 | 2023-11-08 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-06-23 | 2023-08-04 | Y |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-24 | 2023-03-10 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-01-26 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-01-26 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-26 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-24 | 2023-02-22 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-24 | 2023-02-09 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-24 | 2023-01-25 | N |
| Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-24 | 2023-01-24 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-09 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | 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 | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2021-06-30 | 2021-08-04 | N |
