A list of the most recent deficiencies for N Y S Veterans Home In N Y C. 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 | 2022-04-21 | 2022-10-14 | N |
| Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-10-14 | N |
| Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-10-14 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-07-07 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-07-01 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-01 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2022-04-21 | 2022-06-01 | Y |
| Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-18 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-18 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-18 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-18 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-02 | 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 | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-02 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-02 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-02 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-06 | 2018-04-02 | N |
| Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2018-01-29 | 2018-03-22 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2018-01-29 | 2018-03-22 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-01-29 | 2018-03-22 | N |
