Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC in Barre, VT was fined $44,460 by CMS following 52 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC (Barre, VT) — $44,460 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab, LLC in Barre, VT was fined $44,460 by CMS following 52 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.


• 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 appropriate foot care.


• Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.


• Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.


• 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.


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


• Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.