KADIMA REHABILITATION & NURSING AT CHESWICK in CHESWICK, PA was fined $15,266 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 62 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

KADIMA REHABILITATION & NURSING AT CHESWICK (CHESWICK, PA) — $15,266 in CMS Fines

Outcome: KADIMA REHABILITATION & NURSING AT CHESWICK in CHESWICK, PA was fined $15,266 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 62 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.


• Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly


• 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.


• Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.


• 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.


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


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.