TALLGRASS CREEK, INC in OVERLAND PARK, KS was fined $7,446 by CMS following 17 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

TALLGRASS CREEK, INC (OVERLAND PARK, KS) — $7,446 in CMS Fines

Outcome: TALLGRASS CREEK, INC in OVERLAND PARK, KS was fined $7,446 by CMS following 17 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


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


• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.


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


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.


• 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.


• Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.