Boundary Waters Care Center in ELY, MN was fined $10,059 by CMS following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Boundary Waters Care Center (ELY, MN) — $10,059 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Boundary Waters Care Center in ELY, MN was fined $10,059 by CMS following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.


• Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.


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


• Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.


• Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.


• Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.


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


• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.