COUNTRYSIDE CARE CENTER in MACOMB, IL was fined $260,571 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 72 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

COUNTRYSIDE CARE CENTER (MACOMB, IL) — $260,571 in CMS Fines

Outcome: COUNTRYSIDE CARE CENTER in MACOMB, IL was fined $260,571 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 72 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.


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


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


• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.


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


• Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.


• 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 and implement an infection prevention and control program.