WHITESTONE CARE CENTER in STROUDSBURG, PA was fined $23,257 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 25 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

WHITESTONE CARE CENTER (STROUDSBURG, PA) — $23,257 in CMS Fines

Outcome: WHITESTONE CARE CENTER in STROUDSBURG, PA was fined $23,257 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 25 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


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


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


• 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.


• Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.


• Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.


• Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.