KENSINGTON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION in MOBILE, AL was fined $4,558 by CMS following 9 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

KENSINGTON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (MOBILE, AL) — $4,558 in CMS Fines

Outcome: KENSINGTON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION in MOBILE, AL was fined $4,558 by CMS following 9 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.


• Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.


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


• Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


• Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.


• 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.