ST CAMILLUS HEALTH CENTER in WAUWATOSA, WI was fined $90,430 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 17 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

ST CAMILLUS HEALTH CENTER (WAUWATOSA, WI) — $90,430 in CMS Fines

Outcome: ST CAMILLUS HEALTH CENTER in WAUWATOSA, WI was fined $90,430 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 17 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.


• Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.


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


• Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.


• Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.


• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.