SMITH CENTER HEALTH AND REHAB in SMITH CENTER, KS was fined $16,153 by CMS following 14 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

SMITH CENTER HEALTH AND REHAB (SMITH CENTER, KS) — $16,153 in CMS Fines

Outcome: SMITH CENTER HEALTH AND REHAB in SMITH CENTER, KS was fined $16,153 by CMS following 14 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.


• 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.


• Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.


• Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.


• Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.


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