EAGLE RIDGE POST ACUTE in GRAND JUNCTION, CO was fined $58,386 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 44 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

EAGLE RIDGE POST ACUTE (GRAND JUNCTION, CO) — $58,386 in CMS Fines

Outcome: EAGLE RIDGE POST ACUTE in GRAND JUNCTION, CO was fined $58,386 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 44 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


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


• Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.


• Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.


• Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.


• Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.


• Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.


• Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.