SMITH CROSSING in ORLAND PARK, IL was fined $142,443 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 31 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

SMITH CROSSING (ORLAND PARK, IL) — $142,443 in CMS Fines

Outcome: SMITH CROSSING in ORLAND PARK, IL was fined $142,443 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 31 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.


• Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.


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


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


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


• 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.


• 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.


• Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.