CHARLES T SITRIN HEALTH CARE CENTER INC in NEW HARTFORD, NY was fined $171,860 by CMS following 28 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

CHARLES T SITRIN HEALTH CARE CENTER INC (NEW HARTFORD, NY) — $171,860 in CMS Fines

Outcome: CHARLES T SITRIN HEALTH CARE CENTER INC in NEW HARTFORD, NY was fined $171,860 by CMS following 28 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.


• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


• PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities


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


• Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.


• 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.


• 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.


• Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.