MESA VERDE POST ACUTE CARE CENTER in COSTA MESA, CA was fined $4,558 by CMS following 68 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

MESA VERDE POST ACUTE CARE CENTER (COSTA MESA, CA) — $4,558 in CMS Fines

Outcome: MESA VERDE POST ACUTE CARE CENTER in COSTA MESA, CA was fined $4,558 by CMS following 68 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.


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


• 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.


• Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.


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


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


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


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