A list of the most recent deficiencies for Altenheim. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2022-05-05 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| 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 | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-17 | 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 | 2019-04-18 | 2019-07-17 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-07-17 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-07-17 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| 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 | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Provide large enough exits. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-18 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-22 | 2018-07-02 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | 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 | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-22 | 2018-05-04 | N |
