NEWPORT MEADOWS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER in CHRISTIANA, PA was fined $42,912 by CMS across 5 separate penalties following 25 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

NEWPORT MEADOWS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER (CHRISTIANA, PA) — $42,912 in CMS Fines

Outcome: NEWPORT MEADOWS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER in CHRISTIANA, PA was fined $42,912 by CMS across 5 separate penalties following 25 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.


• Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.


• Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.


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


• 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 share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.


• 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.


• Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.