Bridgeport Medical Lodge in Bridgeport, TX was fined $37,795 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 17 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Bridgeport Medical Lodge (Bridgeport, TX) — $37,795 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Bridgeport Medical Lodge in Bridgeport, TX was fined $37,795 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 17 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 that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


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


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


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


• Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.


• 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.


• Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.