APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN HOME in SABETHA, KS was fined $43,403 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 30 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN HOME (SABETHA, KS) — $43,403 in CMS Fines

Outcome: APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN HOME in SABETHA, KS was fined $43,403 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 30 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.


• Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.


• Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.


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


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


• Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.


• 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.


• 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.