CARMEL HILLS WELLNESS & REHABILITATION in INDEPENDENCE, MO was fined $20,787 by CMS following 81 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

CARMEL HILLS WELLNESS & REHABILITATION (INDEPENDENCE, MO) — $20,787 in CMS Fines

Outcome: CARMEL HILLS WELLNESS & REHABILITATION in INDEPENDENCE, MO was fined $20,787 by CMS following 81 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.


• Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.


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


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


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.


• Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.


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


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