LUTHERAN HOME AT HOLLIDAYSBURG in HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA was fined $101,905 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 39 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

LUTHERAN HOME AT HOLLIDAYSBURG (HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA) — $101,905 in CMS Fines

Outcome: LUTHERAN HOME AT HOLLIDAYSBURG in HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA was fined $101,905 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 39 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted


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


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


• Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.


• Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.


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


• Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.


• Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.