PruittHealth- Orangeburg in Orangeburg, SC was fined $3,728 by CMS following 22 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

PruittHealth- Orangeburg (Orangeburg, SC) — $3,728 in CMS Fines

Outcome: PruittHealth- Orangeburg in Orangeburg, SC was fined $3,728 by CMS following 22 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.


• Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.


• Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.


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


• Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.


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


• 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.


• Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.