MILL CREEK in SILSBEE, TX was fined $21,425 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 26 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

MILL CREEK (SILSBEE, TX) — $21,425 in CMS Fines

Outcome: MILL CREEK in SILSBEE, TX was fined $21,425 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 26 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.


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


• 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.


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


• Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.


• Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.


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


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