Westwood Nursing Center in Detroit, MI was fined $68,807 by CMS across 11 separate penalties following 44 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Westwood Nursing Center (Detroit, MI) — $68,807 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Westwood Nursing Center in Detroit, MI was fined $68,807 by CMS across 11 separate penalties following 44 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities


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


• Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.


• Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.


• Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.


• 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.


• Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted