Deficiency Records for Amherst Meadows Skilled Nursing and Rehab
Updated as of March 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Amherst Meadows Skilled Nursing and Rehab. 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 | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-06 | 2022-09-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2022-07-19 | 2022-09-08 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2022-07-12 | 2022-09-08 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2022-07-12 | 2022-09-08 | Y |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2022-04-29 | 2022-05-31 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-27 | N |
| Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. | Health | 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-27 | N |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2021-04-02 | 2021-04-27 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2021-04-02 | 2021-04-27 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2021-04-02 | 2021-04-27 | Y |
| Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | Health | 2019-09-26 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-26 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-09-26 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-25 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2018-07-13 | 2018-08-08 | N |
| Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-10 | 2018-08-08 | N |
