HILLCREST HEALTHCARE CENTER in DANVILLE, WV was fined $25,623 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 21 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

HILLCREST HEALTHCARE CENTER (DANVILLE, WV) — $25,623 in CMS Fines

Outcome: HILLCREST HEALTHCARE CENTER in DANVILLE, WV was fined $25,623 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 21 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.


• Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.


• Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.


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


• Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.


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


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


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