CAPRI GARDENS in LEWIS CENTER, OH was fined $12,340 by CMS following 6 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

CAPRI GARDENS (LEWIS CENTER, OH) — $12,340 in CMS Fines

Outcome: CAPRI GARDENS in LEWIS CENTER, OH was fined $12,340 by CMS following 6 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.


• Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.


• Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.


• Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.


• 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.