24th Place in Norman, OK was fined $35,660 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 33 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

24th Place (Norman, OK) — $35,660 in CMS Fines

Outcome: 24th Place in Norman, OK was fined $35,660 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 33 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.


• Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.


• 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.


• Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.


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


• Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.