OAK RIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION in EL DORADO, AR was fined $74,825 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 20 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

OAK RIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (EL DORADO, AR) — $74,825 in CMS Fines

Outcome: OAK RIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION in EL DORADO, AR was fined $74,825 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 20 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.


• 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.


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


• Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.


• Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.


• Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition


• 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.