Deficiency Records for Bethesda
Updated as of May 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Bethesda. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-04-27 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-04-27 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-04-27 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-04-27 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-04-27 | 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 | 2018-03-20 | 2018-04-09 | N |
| Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. | Health | 2017-01-12 | 2017-02-17 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-01-12 | 2017-02-17 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2017-01-12 | 2017-02-17 | N |
| Make sure that doctors visit residents regularly, as required. | Health | 2017-01-12 | 2017-02-17 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-01-12 | 2017-02-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-01-10 | 2017-01-26 | N |
| An approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2015-12-07 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2015-12-07 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-12-10 | 2016-01-13 | N |
