HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU in LUBBOCK, TX was fined $30,561 by CMS following 34 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU (LUBBOCK, TX) — $30,561 in CMS Fines

Outcome: HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU in LUBBOCK, TX was fined $30,561 by CMS following 34 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


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


• Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.


• Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.


• 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.


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


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


• Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.