AVIR AT COWHORN CREEK in TEXARKANA, TX was fined $32,715 by CMS following 53 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

AVIR AT COWHORN CREEK (TEXARKANA, TX) — $32,715 in CMS Fines

Outcome: AVIR AT COWHORN CREEK in TEXARKANA, TX was fined $32,715 by CMS following 53 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.


• 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.


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


• Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.


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


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.


• Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.


• Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.