Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Kingsford in Kingsford, MI was fined $139,667 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 55 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Kingsford (Kingsford, MI) — $139,667 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Kingsford in Kingsford, MI was fined $139,667 by CMS across 4 separate penalties following 55 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


• Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.


• 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 appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.


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


• Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.


• 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.


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