Deficiency Records for Medical Hill Healthcare Center
Updated as of January 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Medical Hill Healthcare 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2018-10-16 | 2018-11-15 | Y |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2018-07-17 | 2018-08-06 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-02-01 | 2018-03-01 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-09-20 | 2017-10-04 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-07-27 | 2017-08-23 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-06-07 | 2017-07-07 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-03-28 | 2017-05-02 | Y |
| Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Hire sufficient dietary support personnel. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Make sure that special or therapeutic diets are ordered by the attending doctor. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-02-03 | 2017-03-09 | Y |
| Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. | Health | 2016-12-30 | 2017-01-20 | Y |
| 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 | 2016-12-30 | 2017-01-20 | Y |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-08-04 | 2016-08-30 | Y |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-08-04 | 2016-08-30 | Y |
| An approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-05-19 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-02-08 | 2016-03-08 | 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 | 2016-01-27 | 2016-03-04 | Y |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
| Train all employees on what to do in an emergency, and carry out unannounced staff drills. | Health | 2016-01-14 | 2016-02-09 | N |
