GRAND VALLEY HEALTH CARE CENTER in VAN NUYS, CA was fined $78,830 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 70 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

GRAND VALLEY HEALTH CARE CENTER (VAN NUYS, CA) — $78,830 in CMS Fines

Outcome: GRAND VALLEY HEALTH CARE CENTER in VAN NUYS, CA was fined $78,830 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 70 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.


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


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


• Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.


• Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.


• Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.


• Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.


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