WASHINGTON CARE CENTER in GREENVILLE, MS was fined $4,017 by CMS following 10 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

WASHINGTON CARE CENTER (GREENVILLE, MS) — $4,017 in CMS Fines

Outcome: WASHINGTON CARE CENTER in GREENVILLE, MS was fined $4,017 by CMS following 10 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


• 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.


• Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.


• Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.


• 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.


• 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.