ORWIGSBURG NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in ORWIGSBURG, PA was fined $22,128 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 12 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

ORWIGSBURG NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (ORWIGSBURG, PA) — $22,128 in CMS Fines

Outcome: ORWIGSBURG NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in ORWIGSBURG, PA was fined $22,128 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 12 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


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


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


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


• 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.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.