APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD in BROWNFIELD, TX was fined $14,668 by CMS following 31 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD (BROWNFIELD, TX) — $14,668 in CMS Fines

Outcome: APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD in BROWNFIELD, TX was fined $14,668 by CMS following 31 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• 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.


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


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


• 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.


• Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.


• Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.


• Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.