Stewartville Care Center in STEWARTVILLE, MN was fined $11,911 by CMS following 32 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Stewartville Care Center (STEWARTVILLE, MN) — $11,911 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Stewartville Care Center in STEWARTVILLE, MN was fined $11,911 by CMS following 32 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• 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.


• Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.


• 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.


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


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• Keep all essential equipment working safely.


• Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.