Forest Acres Post Acute in Columbia, SC was fined $85,163 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Forest Acres Post Acute (Columbia, SC) — $85,163 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Forest Acres Post Acute in Columbia, SC was fined $85,163 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.


• Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


• 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.


• Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.


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


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.