CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HEALTH AND HUMAN CARE in CABOT, PA was fined $8,021 by CMS following 34 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HEALTH AND HUMAN CARE (CABOT, PA) — $8,021 in CMS Fines

Outcome: CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HEALTH AND HUMAN CARE in CABOT, PA was fined $8,021 by CMS following 34 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.


• Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.


• Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.


• Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.


• Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.


• Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.


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


• 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.