A list of the most recent deficiencies for Medford Care 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2023-07-03 | 2023-07-28 | Y |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2023-07-03 | 2023-07-28 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-15 | Y |
| Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | Y |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | 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 | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-06-05 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-31 | Y |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-23 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-23 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-20 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2023-04-21 | 2023-05-20 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2022-10-27 | 2022-11-29 | Y |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2022-10-27 | 2022-11-29 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-03-22 | 2022-05-20 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-12-12 | 2022-02-08 | Y |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-06-02 | 2021-06-30 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-06-02 | 2021-06-30 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-02-26 | 2021-04-17 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-02-26 | 2021-03-23 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-26 | 2021-03-23 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2021-02-26 | 2021-03-22 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2019-10-08 | 2019-11-15 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-10-08 | 2019-11-15 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2019-10-08 | 2019-11-15 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-08 | 2019-11-15 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-08 | 2019-11-15 | N |
