Litchford Falls Health and Rehabilitation Center in Raleigh, NC was fined $181,873 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 19 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Litchford Falls Health and Rehabilitation Center (Raleigh, NC) — $181,873 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Litchford Falls Health and Rehabilitation Center in Raleigh, NC was fined $181,873 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 19 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.


• Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


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


• 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.


• 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.


• Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.