APERION CARE NILES in NILES, IL was fined $50,089 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 21 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

APERION CARE NILES (NILES, IL) — $50,089 in CMS Fines

Outcome: APERION CARE NILES in NILES, IL was fined $50,089 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 21 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• 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.


• Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.


• Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.


• Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.


• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


• Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.


• Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.


• 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.