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Inspection visit

Health inspection

LASSEN NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTERCMS #0562317 citations on this visit
7 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 7 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to treat one out of three sampled residents (Resident 1) with dignity and respect when Resident 1 wanted to return to her room during lunch and the Licensed Nurse (LN) assessed (examined) Resident 1 at the lunch table in front of three other residents. This violated Resident 1's right to maintain the privacy of her medical conditions by allowing other residents to watch and listen as the LN examined her.Findings: A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Resident Rights, revised 2/1/23, indicated, facility staff would treat residents with respect and dignity. The P&P indicated, residents had the right to a dignified existence (treated with self-respect), would be provided privacy and confidentiality, and the facility would support residents in exercising (using or acting on) their rights. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood), anemia (a condition where there was a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells in the blood, red blood cells carried oxygen throughout the body), and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). During an interview on 9/3/25 at 10:58 am, LN E stated, She [Resident 1] refuses RNA dining [RNAs are Restorative Certified Nursing Assistants who help residents in a designated area in the dining room for residents who need additional help and attention with eating and the RNA provides encouragement for those who have lost weight] a lot, she doesn't like to be around people and be watched while eating. During an observation on 9/3/25 at 11:54 am, Resident 1 was observed in bed, lying on her right side, with her eyes closed. RNA A was observed walking into the room with a wheelchair and stated, I have to get you up for lunch and take you to the dining room. Resident 1 replied I don't want to go, then asked why? RNA A stated, they said you have to go just today. Resident 1 agreed, and was taken to the RNA dining room. During an observation on 9/3/25, from 12:10 pm to 12:31 pm, Resident 1 was observed in the RNA dining room with three other residents at the dining table. Resident 1 appeared dissatisfied with her lunch, displaying signs of unhappiness such as frowning, a wrinkled forehead, and closer together eyebrows. Resident 1 verbally expressed a desire to leave by stating, I want out of here, six times, I want to go back to my room two times, and I don't want any of it two times. While RNA B made attempts to verbally encourage or physically feed Resident 1, she non-verbally indicated refusal by shaking her head side-to-side three times. Additionally, twice when RNA B offered food, Resident 1 physically moved away by placing her right arm on her chest and curling in her right shoulder. During the observation period, Resident 1 (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 14 Event ID: 056231 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete also stated, I'm not hungry, it's hard to eat just because I'm supposed to eat. I feel pressure down here, I don't know what it is, while pointing to her lower abdomen [lower belly/gut area]. During an observation on 9/3/25 at 12:31 pm, LN E entered the RNA dining room and squatted next to Resident 1's wheelchair to assess Resident 1's lower abdomen while three other residents were eating lunch at the same table. Resident 1 stated, I just don't want to eat. RNA B responded, We're just going to drink some more of this and be here for a few more minutes. LN E told RNA B, I don't want her to drink it if she's having pressure. LN E then informed Resident 1, After you're done eating, we can go to the bathroom to see if that pressure goes away. LN E then left the RNA dining room, and RNA B asked Resident 1, How about some hot chocolate? Resident 1 replied, I don't know what's happening, I don't want it, I have to go to the bathroom. Facility staff arrived and took Resident 1 to her room and then to the bathroom. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 12:35 pm, RNA B confirmed the observations made in the RNA dining room and stated Resident 1's, family member said she has to be in here. Sometimes I sit in her room and help her eat.During an interview on 9/3/25 at 1:56 pm, RNA B stated, I know she [Resident 1] is more comfortable eating in her room, she should have been taken out of the dining room long before she was, and should have been allowed to drink her Boost [nutritional, milkshake like drink] in her room.During an interview on 9/3/25 at 1:40 pm, Resident 1 confirmed the observations made in the RNA dining room and stated, I don't like eating in front of other people, I don't like going [to RNA dining]. Resident 1 stated, I would expect the conversation about using the bathroom to be private and confidential, I didn't like being asked in front of others.During an interview on 9/3/25 at 1:47 pm, LN E confirmed the observation from the RNA dining and stated, I normally take them out to assess, that wasn't how it was supposed to be. LN E confirmed talking to Resident 1 in front of other residents about using the bathroom and stated, that conversation should have been in private. LN E stated, from what I know, we offer three times to eat in RNA dining, after the third time we will take her to her room. We thought RNA dining would be a good idea for socialization, sometimes she wants to stay in her room and she has the right to refuse. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 1:56 pm, RNA B stated, Usually, on a normal day, she says I don't want to be here [RNA dining room], and she is taken back to her room. I know she is more comfortable eating in her room.During an interview on 9/4/25 at 8:46 am, RNA A confirmed the observation made on 9/3/25 at 11:54 am. RNA A stated, I was told by the Lead RNA that [Resident 1] had to be here [RNA dining room] yesterday. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 5:55 pm, Director of Staff Development (DSD), the observations of Resident 1, RNA A, and RNA B, that were made on 9/3/25, were described. DSD confirmed, Resident 1's rights were violated and stated, we ask three times, then let the nurse know. Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0637 Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews the facility failed to perform a Minimum Data Set (MDS, a resident assessment tool), assessment for one out of three sampled residents (Resident 1) when a significant change of condition was identified. This had the potential for a delay in the review and revision of the care plan (documented resident goals that included instructions for care). Findings: A review of the facility's policies and procedures (P&P) titled, Comprehensive Assessments, revised 10/1/23, indicated, a significant change in status assessment would be performed when the IDT (interdisciplinary team, healthcare professionals who care for the resident work together to coordinate care) determined the resident met the significant change in condition requirements. The P&P defined a significant change in condition as a decline that would not resolve on its own, required staff intervention, impacted more than one area of the resident's health status, and required IDT review and/or revision of the care plan. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood), anemia (a condition where there was a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells in the blood, red blood cells carried oxygen throughout the body), and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the Quarterly MDS, GG-Functional Abilities, dated 7/17/25, indicated, Resident 1 was independent with care in the following areas: dressing the upper and lower body, changing position for sitting to standing, transferring from the bed to a chair or toilet, and walking 50 feet that included two turns. The MDS indicated Resident 1 required assistance for setting up and cleaning up during mealtimes. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 10:05 am, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) D stated, Resident 1 had experienced a functional decline recently and [Resident 1] required much more assistance with transfers, she has been having weakness and balance problems, uses her cane more and needs help getting out of bed. A review of the Multidisciplinary Care Conference (care conference), dated 8/20/25, indicated that on 8/21/25, a care conference (staff, resident and or resident's RP met to discuss care) meeting was conducted. The document indicated Resident 1 had a gradual decline in physical ability, previously was able to walk around facility, and now required a wheelchair. The care conference indicated, on 8/12/25, Resident 1 had triggered for a change of condition on 8/12/25 for weight loss. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 1:01 pm, MDS Nurse stated, functional decline and weight loss would require a change of condition MDS assessment to be done. Unless it was communicated to me, I wouldn't know to do it. MDS Nurse confirmed, there had been no MDS change of condition assessment completed and it should have been completed within 14 days of Resident 1's significant change of condition. MDS Nurse stated, the purpose of the change of condition MDS was to trigger care plans and ensure we are providing appropriate care. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 1:07 pm, the Administrator confirmed there was no change of condition MDS assessment completed. Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on the interview and record review, the facility did not monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention (instruction for obtaining goals) for one out of three sampled residents (Resident 1) when the staff did not document the amount of Boost (a nutritional drink/supplement) that was consumed. This failure prevented the facility from monitoring and evaluating the intervention's effectiveness, potentially leading to weight loss.Findings: A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered, revised 3/1/23, indicated, assessments of residents are ongoing, and care plans are revised as information about residents and the residents' conditions change. The P&P indicated, care plans would be reviewed and revised when desired outcomes were not met. A review of the facility's P&P titled, Weight Assessment and Interventions, revised 3/1/22, indicated, care plans would include parameters for monitoring and reassessment. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood), anemia (a condition where there was a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells in the blood, red blood cells carried oxygen throughout the body), and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the care plan (documented health concerns and goals) titled, Nutritional Problem, revised on 7/14/25, indicated, Resident 1 was underweight. The care plan included an intervention, dated 8/19/25, to provide Resident 1 with Boost as ordered. A review of the Physician's Order, dated 7/2/24, indicated Boost would be provided with breakfast and lunch. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 10:05 am, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) D was asked if there was documentation regarding the amount of Boost that Resident 1 consumed. CNA D stated, Resident 1 was not on any I/O's (monitoring and documenting the amount of fluid intake and output) to monitor how much fluid she is drinking in a day. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 10:58 am, Licensed Nurse (LN) E was asked where facility staff documented Resident 1's Boost intake. LN E stated, I'm not sure, I don't think it's documented. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 9:07 am, Registered Dietician (RD) was asked if Resident 1's Boost intake should be documented. RD stated, ya, it would be nice, that's not how the system is set up, unable to know if the boost intervention is working. Without documentation you would need verbal feedback to know how much she is drinking. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/4/25 at 4:55 pm, with Director of Staff Development (DSD), Resident 1's Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 9/1/25 through 9/4/25 was reviewed. DSD confirmed, Boost intake was not on the MAR and there was no specific place to document the amount of Boost that was consumed. A review of Resident 1's MAR dated 6/1/25 through 8/31/25, indicated that LN provided Resident 1 with a different type of liquid nutritional supplement during medication administration and documented the amount Resident 1 consumed. There was no documentation in the MAR that indicated how much Boost was consumed. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 7:29 am with Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA) A, Resident 1's untitled fluid intake reports dated 8/1/25 through 8/30/25 were reviewed. One report asked staff to document if the resident drank less than 240 milliliters/cubic centimeter (ml/cc, both measurement terms are the same) of fluid with their meal (this was a yes or no question) and the other report indicated facility staff would document the (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm measured amount of fluid consumed in the form of cc's. RNA E confirmed, there was nowhere to enter the Boost intake and stated, the documentation included all fluid combined. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 1:05 pm, Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed, there was no documentation present in Resident 1's medical record that supported how much Boost Resident 1 consumed and stated, without the documentation you couldn't monitor the intervention. Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility did not notify the Pharmacy Consultant (PC) to complete medication reviews for three out of three sampled residents (Resident 1, 2, and 3) who experienced weight loss. This resulted in unmet pharmacy service needs and had the potential to contribute to further weight loss.Findings: A review of the facility's policies and procedures (P&P), titled, Weight Assessment and Interventions, revised 3/1/22, indicated, the facility would evaluate medication for possible side-effects that could cause weight loss. A review of the facility's (P&P) titled, Nutritional Assessment, revised 10/1/23, indicated, the PC would review the resident's current medication list and ensure the medication did not interfere with nutrition absorption or appetite. A review of the facility's P&P titled, Consultant Pharmacist Reports, dated 6/1/21, indicated, the consultant pharmacist performed a comprehensive medication regimen review (MRR) at least monthly. The P&P indicated the MRR included a resident evaluation to determine if the resident maintained their highest practicable level of functioning and prevent or minimize adverse consequences related to medication. The P&P indicated, an immediate MRR may be performed if there was a change in condition that medication might have contributed to. The P&P indicted, the Director of Nursing (DON) was responsible to notify the PC when an immediate MRR was required. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood) and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the Weight Summary, dated 8/10/25, indicated, Resident 1 weighed 76.4 pounds and triggered for an 11.6 percent (%) loss of body weight, over 180 days, which indicated severe weight loss. A review of the admission Record, dated 12/1/22, indicated, Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of unspecified dementia (memory loss, doctors were unable to determine the type), unspecified severity (unknown if it is mild, moderate, or severe) and adult failure to thrive (a decline in health that included a slow loss of energy and appetite). Resident 2 was not his own RP. A review of the Weight Summary, dated 7/21/25, indicated, Resident 2 weighed 89 pounds and triggered for a 10.1 (%) loss of body weight, over 180 days, which indicated severe weight loss. A review of the admission Record, dated 10/28/24, indicated, Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of Alzheimer's, dementia, and type 2 diabetes (body was unable to regulate blood sugar levels) with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar levels over time caused nerve damage). Resident 3 was not his own RP. A review of the Weight Summary, dated 5/5/25, indicated, Resident 3 weighed 152 pounds and triggered for a 23.6 (%) loss of body weight, over 180 days, which indicated severe weight loss. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 11:35 am, PC stated, I perform the monthly medication review. The facility requests a change of condition for these special reports, we have a separate department with a different PC for residents with weight loss, and I look at the immediate MRR form also during my monthly MRR if one was completed. There is a fax record the facility should have, the protocol is for the facility to alert us [that] there is a change of condition for weight loss, then we will do a thorough medication review to assess medications and talk with facility. The PC was at a different facility and did not have access to the medical records. PC stated, I can look at the records in the office for these (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete three residents later today and call back. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 12:02 pm, Director of Nursing (DON) stated, change of condition to PC was not done, I didn't know I needed to. DON confirmed, there was no documentation that supported the PC had performed an immediate MRR for Resident 1, 2, and 3's weight loss. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 7:21 pm, PC confirmed, there had been no pharmacy review regarding weight loss for Residents 1, 2, or 3 and there was no documentation that supported the facility notified the PC. Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 7 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0800 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and reviews, the facility failed to consistently provide three out of three sampled residents (Residents 1, 2, and 3) with Physician ordered therapeutic (customized meal plan to manage a medical condition) diets when: 1. Residents 1 and 2 were not consistently provided with a meal that was fortified (added calories); and 2. Resident 3 was not consistently served a fortified meal that included double portions of protein (examples of protein are meats, eggs, and dairy). These failures had the potential to contribute to weight loss.Findings: 1. A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Therapeutic Diets, revised 10/1/17, indicated, Therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician to support the resident's treatment and plan of care and in accordance with his or her goals and preferences. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood), anemia (a condition where there was a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells in the blood, red blood cells carried oxygen throughout the body), and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the admission Record, dated 12/1/22, indicated, Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of unspecified dementia (memory loss, doctors were unable to determine the type), unspecified severity (unknown if it is mild, moderate, or severe) and adult failure to thrive (a decline in health that included a slow loss of energy and appetite). Resident 2 was not his own RP. During a concurrent observation and record review, on 9/3/25 at 12:10 pm, Resident 1 was observed in the RNA dining room (RNA, Restorative Nurse Assistants provided residents with additional verbal encouragement or physically fed the resident. The dining room utilized for meals was a small area and the common phrase for that setting was called RNA dining). On Resident 1's lunch tray was a cup of hot chocolate, a cup of grape juice, a cup of water, a bottle of chocolate Boost (a nutritional supplement drink), and a bowl of diced pears. The plate contained [NAME], mandarin chicken, and fried rice. The meal tray ticket indicated Resident 1's meal was fortified. During an observation on 9/3/25 at 4:29 pm, Resident 1's dinner tray was observed. There was a large baked potato covered with chili and cheese, and a bowl of coleslaw was present. A partially empty bowl that contained diced fruit was present. A cup of water, a cup of hot chocolate, and a bottle of chocolate Boost were observed along with a cup of red in color liquid. The meal tray ticket indicated that the meal was fortified. During a concurrent observation, interview, and record review on 9/4/25 at 7:16 am, with Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Resident 1's Physician's Order (diet order), dated 7/2/24 was reviewed. CDM confirmed the diet order indicated, Resident 1 was on a fortified diet. CDM stated, we don't fortify every meal. For breakfast we fortify the cereal with butter and dry evaporated milk and for dinner we fortify the soup. CDM looked at the photograph taken on 9/3/25, of Resident 1's lunch tray and confirmed, the lunch was not fortified and restated, lunch wouldn't be fortified. CDM reviewed the photograph taken on 9/3/25 of Resident 1's dinner tray. The dinner consisted of a baked potato covered with chili and cheese, coleslaw, and a bowl of diced fruit. CDM stated, it did not appear fortified, there was no soup. CDM walked to the RNA dining room to observe Resident 1's breakfast. There was an uneaten bowl of oatmeal (hot cereal) on Resident 1's tray and CDM (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 8 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0800 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete stated, the hot cereal was fortified. During a concurrent record review and interview on 9/4/25 at 9:07 am, with Registered Dietician (RD), Resident 1's Nutrition Assessment-V1.5 dated 7/14/25 was reviewed. RD confirmed the Nutrition Assessment, indicated that Resident 1 was on a fortified diet. RD reviewed the care plan (a detailed plan that outlined resident goals and interventions in place for staff to utilize to assist resident with achieving their goals) titled, Nutritional Problem, dated 4/12/22, and confirmed the care plan indicated, an intervention was in place for Resident 1's fortified diet. RD stated, you would fortify every meal and every meal is different.During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 9:40 am with CDM, Resident 2's Physician's Order, dated 5/28/25, was reviewed. CDM stated, the Physician's Order, indicated, Resident 2's diet was fortified. CDM confirmed that lunches were not fortified. 2. A review of the admission Record, dated 10/28/24, indicated, Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of Alzheimer's, dementia, and type 2 diabetes (body was unable to regulate blood sugar levels) with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar levels over time caused nerve damage). Resident 3 was not his own RP.During a concurrent observation and record review, on 9/3/25 at 12:16 pm, Resident 3 was observed in the RNA dining room. Resident 3 was provided with one grilled cheese sandwich. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 4:42 pm, Resident 3's RP stated, my concerns are the nutritionist ordered double portions, I'm here almost every single night for dinner, he isn't getting double portions, not even the double proteins. RP confirmed, facility staff were required to obtain additional food during dinner in order for Resident 3 to have double protein. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 9:40 am with CDM, Resident 3's Physician's Order, dated 8/5/25 was reviewed. CDM stated the Physician's Order, indicated, Resident 3 was on a fortified diet that included double portions for protein/meat. There were issues with the PM (evening) cook and double portions were not being provided. It's been an ongoing battle with the cook. CDM confirmed, no resident lunches had been fortified. Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 9 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0801 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some 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. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility and the Registered Dietician (RD) did not maintain an adequate food and nutrition department for three out of three sampled residents (Resident 1, 2, and 3) with weight loss when: 1. A timely nutrition assessment was not performed for Residents 1, 2, and 3 after a weight loss triggered a change of condition. 2. The RD did not attend weight variance interdisciplinary team (IDT, a group of department heads and staff that provided resident care, to discuss resident care goals and identified concerns) meetings and did not document a progress note that indicated the IDT meeting notes had been reviewed. 3. RD did not communicate to the facility the recommendations made for residents with weight loss or collaborate with the dietary department. 4. The facility and RD were not familiar with the Agreement to Provide Dietetic Consultation Services contract that outlined the facility and RD responsibilities. This had the potential to contribute to further weight loss.Findings: 1. A review of the facility's P&P titled, Nutritional Assessment, revised 10/1/23, indicated, The dietician in conjunction [together] with the nursing staff and healthcare practitioners, will conduct a nutritional assessment for each resident upon admission (within current baseline assessment timeframes) and as indicated by a change of condition that places the resident at risk for impaired nutrition. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood) and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the admission Record, dated 12/1/22, indicated, Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of unspecified dementia (memory loss, doctors were unable to determine the type), unspecified severity (unknown if it is mild, moderate, or severe) and adult failure to thrive (a decline in health that included a slow loss of energy and appetite). Resident 2 was not his own RP. A review of the admission Record, dated 10/28/24, indicated, Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of Alzheimer's, dementia, and type 2 diabetes (body was unable to regulate blood sugar levels) with diabetic neuropathy (high blood sugar levels over time caused nerve damage). Resident 3 was not his own RP. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/4/25 at 9:07 am, with RD, Resident 1s Quarterly Nutrition Assessment-V1.5 (nutrition assessment), dated 7/14/25 was reviewed. RD stated, I started working [at this facility] remotely (worked in a different location that was not in the facility) mid-July, and the nutrition assessment was performed by a different RD. The last assessment [nutrition assessment dated [DATE]] indicated [Resident 1's] PO (by mouth) intake was not great. If she had severe weight loss, she would get another assessment. RD reviewed the Weight Summary, dated 8/10/25 and confirmed, Resident 1 weighed 76.4 pounds and triggered for an 11.6 percent (%) loss of body weight, over 180 days, which indicated severe weight loss. RD stated, I would be happy to assess her and take a harder look at this. A review of the Monthly Weight Report, dated 9/1/25, that included the monthly weights taken throughout the month of August, completed by RD, indicated, Resident 1 triggered an 11.4 % weight loss. A review of the nutrition assessment dated [DATE], indicated that RD performed a nutritional assessment that included recommendations, 26 days after Resident 1 triggered a severe weight loss. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 10:14 am, the (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 10 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0801 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some facility's Administrator (ADMIN) stated, our regular RD was currently on a leave of absence and the remote RD started working at the facility 7/25/25. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 10:28 am, RD confirmed, the Monthly Weight Reports were performed by RD and the data collected regarding residents with weight loss was emailed to the facility. RD confirmed, the Monthly Weight Report, dated 9/1/25, was a review of weights from 8/1/25 through 8/31/25. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 10:37 am, Resident 2's reentry nutritional assessment (a reentry assessment was performed when a resident was out of the facility for an inpatient stay at a different facility such as a hospital), dated 5/7/25 was reviewed. RD confirmed, the nutrition assessment was completed by a different RD. RD reviewed the Weight Summary, dated 7/21/25 and confirmed, Resident 1 triggered a severe weight loss. RD reviewed and confirmed, the Weight Summary, dated 7/21/25, indicated, Resident 2 weighed 89 pounds and triggered for a 10.1 (%) loss of body weight, over 180 days, which indicated severe weight loss. RD stated, I started the nutrition assessment on 8/31/25 and finished it yesterday. The nutrition assessment indicated an effective date of 8/31/25 at 3:52 am and was signed by RD on 9/5/25. A review of the nutrition assessment dated [DATE], indicated the nutritional assessment was completed 46 days after Resident 2 triggered a severe weight loss. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 10:47 am, RD confirmed, the medical records indicated Resident 3 had a quarterly nutrition assessment completed on 4/22/25. Resident 3's Weight Summary, dated 5/5/25 was reviewed. RD confirmed, the Weight Summary, indicated, Resident 3 weighed 143 pounds, triggered a 23.6% weight loss and stated, the last nutrition assessment was performed 7/21/25 by a different RD. (77 days after the triggered weight loss). 2.A review of the facility's P&P titled, Nutritional Assessment, revised 10/1/23, indicated, the facility's IDT would work together to identify situations that placed residents at an increased risk for weight loss and develop personalized nutritional care plans (document described resident health concerns, goals, and care instructions for staff). A review of the Agreement to Provide Dietetic Consultation Services (RD contract), dated 7/25/25, indicated the RD would attend facility conferences and meetings. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 9:07 am, RD stated, I'm not involved in the weight variance or IDT meetings. They do their meetings on a date I'm already in other meetings, and I can't attend. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 10:14 am, with ADMIN and Director of Nursing (DON), the DON confirmed, every week the facility had a weekly weight variance meeting (also called the IDT weight meeting) to review residents that had experienced weight loss, and the weekly meeting also included residents that weighed less than 100 pounds. DON stated, the RD had not attended any weight meeting since starting at the facility [7/25/25] and wanted to move the meetings from Tuesday to Wednesday to accommodate RD's schedule. We declined due to it causing a delay in care. ADMIN confirmed DON's interview and stated that the RD had not attended any meetings. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 10:39 am, ADMIN stated, the RD was expected to document a weight progress note because she is not attending the meetings and confirmed there were no progress notes entered by the RD for missed meetings. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 10:26 am, RD stated, I wasn't aware that I was expected to enter a weekly progress note for weekly weight variance meetings. 3.A review of the RD contract, dated 7/25/25, indicated the RD would provide the nutritional service department with support and consult with the health care team concerning the nutritional care of the residents. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 7:16 am, the facility's Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) stated, we have a remote RD, but I personally have not spoke to the remote RD. CDM confirmed, there had been no communication or collaboration with RD regarding the dietary department or residents that experienced weight loss. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 9:07 am, RD stated, there was no communications with the CDM, every building is different, and asked, what's their protocol? During an (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 11 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0801 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete interview on 9/5/25 at 9:13 am, ADMIN stated, we talked with the RD yesterday to get nutritional assessments completed, Resident 1's assessment is in there [electronical medical records], I have not seen it yet, and I am reviewing it now. The RD did not call, text, or email that the assessments for all three residents (Residents 1, 2, and 3) were completed or that there were recommendations. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 10:26 am, RD was asked how nutritional assessment information for the residents was obtained. RD stated, my assessments are performed by information [gathered] in the system, I didn't speak to anyone. RD stated, Resident 1's nutritional assessment was performed on 9/4/25 at 5:55 pm and confirmed, RD had not contacted the facility regarding recommendations that were made. RD stated, I wanted the CDM to review the food preferences and for the facility to obtain lab work (drawing blood). RD indicated the information obtained from the lab work would assist with looking for changes to protein levels and electrolyte imbalances. (Good protein levels were required for the body's constant need to repair and grow cells and electrolytes were essential minerals required for muscle contraction, nerve function, and heart function.) During an interview on 9/5/25 at 10:37 am, RD stated, I started [Resident 2's] assessment on 8/31/25 and completed it yesterday [the assessment was signed by RD on 9/5/25, five says after starting the assessment]. My recommendations were to clarify the med plus (liquid, nutritional supplement provided with medication) order, and I ordered labs. RD confirmed, RD had not called the facility to discuss RD recommendations and stated, when I call to discuss [Resident 2], we can discuss other interventions that we might do. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 10:47 am, RD stated, I did an assessment yesterday and I recommended Boost (liquid nutritional supplement) three times a day. RD confirmed, the facility had not been notified. 4. A review of the RD contract, dated 7/25/25, indicated the RD would provide RD services based on the facility's P&P and would periodically review with the facility P&Ps for the food and nutrition department. The RD contract indicated, the facility would orient the RD to the facility's P&Ps and would notify the RD in writing when there were residents that had significant weight losses. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/5/25 at 10:39 am, with ADMIN, the RD contract was reviewed. ADMIN confirmed, the RD contract indicated, the RD would be provided orientation to the facility's P&P and was not. ADMIN confirmed that the RD contract indicated that when a resident had significant weight loss, the facility would notify the RD in writing. ADMIN stated, I didn't notify the RD about the weight loss in August. I had told her where to look for the information and told her there was a report with the residents that triggered. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 10:47 am, RD stated, I don't know their policies and the facility never notified me that there were residents with weight loss. A review of the Monthly Weight Report, dated 8/1/25, indicated, RD had performed an evaluation of resident weights taken during the month of July. Resident 2 weighed 86 pounds and lost 14.85% body weight. Resident 3 weighed 140.5 pounds and lost 17.8% body weight. Both residents had triggered severe weight loss. A review of the Monthly Weight Report, dated 9/1/25, indicated, RD had performed an evaluation of resident weights taken during the month of August. Resident 1 weighed 74.4 pounds and lost 11.4% body weight. Resident 2 weighed 83 pounds and lost 14.4% body weight. Resident 3 weighed 139.4 pounds and lost 12.79% body weight. All three residents triggered for severe body weight. Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 12 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to honor food preferences for one out of three sampled residents (Resident 1) when food portions were too large, and Resident 1 stated she was tired of chocolate. This had the potential to contribute to weight loss.Findings: A review of the facility's policies and procedures (P&P) titled, Resident Food Preferences, revised 7/1/23, indicated, resident food preferences would be assessed upon or after admission, food preferences would be based on resident history and life patterns, and communicated to the dietary department. The P&P indicated, If the resident refuses or is unhappy with his or her diet, the staff would confer [talk to] the physician in order to offer a diet the resident is deemed safe to consume in order to satisfy the resident. A review of the admission Record, dated 3/29/22, indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with the diagnoses of major depression (a sad mood) and fatigue (extreme feeling of tiredness or a complete lack of energy that made it difficult to do everyday tasks). Resident 1 was not her own responsible party (RP, decision maker). A review of the Neuropsychological Assessment (a detailed evaluation that measured how the brain functioned and how it affected behavior and thinking), dated 12/1/23, indicated, Resident 1 had a major neurocognitive (how the brain processed information) disorder due to possible Alzheimer's Disease (memory loss, problems with thinking, and reasoning). A review of the meal tray tickets (a description of the diet order, food preferences and dislikes), dated 9/3/25 and 9/4/25, indicated Resident 1 preferred chocolate drinks. A review of the Weight Note, dated 8/13/24 and 8/14/25, indicated that Resident 1 states, I'm tired of chocolate. The notes did not indicate that the Licensed Nurse (LN) had notified the dietary department of Resident 1's preferences. During an observation on 9/3/25 at 9:34 am, a partially drank chocolate Boost (a supplement drink for residents that needed extra calories and protein) was observed sitting on Resident 1's bedside table. During an interview on 9/3/25 at 10:05 am, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) D stated, if she [Resident 1] refuses to eat or drink the Boost, I offer her hot chocolate because she likes that. During a concurrent interview and record review on 9/3/25 at 10:58 am, with LN E, Physician's Orders, dated 1/29/25 was reviewed. LN E stated the order indicated Resident 1 received Ready Care (a supplement drink for residents that needed extra calories and protein) 2.0 chocolate, 120 cc (cubic centimeters also called milliliters, ml) four times a day for supplement to promote weight gain. LN E stated, it was given as a medication, and she drinks it all. LN E reviewed Physician's Order, dated 7/2/24, and stated the order indicated Resident 1 received Boost with breakfast and lunch. During an observation on 9/3/25, at 12:02 pm and ending at 12:34 pm, Resident 1 was observed being served lunch. The amount of food covered more than 75% of the plate and to the side of the plate was a bowl full of diced pears. Resident 1 ate very little of the lunch provided, declined an alternative meal, and the hot chocolate and Boost were partially consumed. During an interview on 9/3/25 1:40 pm, Resident 1 stated, That was a lot of food. When they put that much on my plate it makes me not want to eat. It would be better if they gave me less food. It bothers me, I don't want to waste food, and I'm tired of chocolate. During an observation on 9/3/25 at 4:29 pm, Resident 1's dinner tray was observed. There was a large baked potato covered with chili and cheese, a bowl of coleslaw and a bowl of diced fruit. There was a chocolate Boost, hot chocolate, water, and juice that was red in color. Resident 1 stared at the meal with a dissatisfied look on her face. There were 9 chocolate flavored drinks provided to Resident 1 on 9/3/25. During a concurrent observation, interview, and record review on 9/4/25 at 7:16 am, with Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Resident 1's Dietary Profile/Preferences (food preferences), dated 6/6/22 (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 13 of 14 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 056231 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/12/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Lassen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2005 River Street Susanville, CA 96130 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete was reviewed. CDM stated the food preferences indicated, portions are bigger than resident liking. CDM confirmed the food preferences, dated 6/28/22, and indicated Resident 1 received small portions. CDM stated, during the intake process, at admission, she was overwhelmed. If she was presented to much food she would refuse [to eat] and at one point she was small portions. CDM reviewed past diet orders and stated, the order on 7/1/22 indicated, small portions. CDM stated, the past diet orders indicated, on 7/28/22, there was a new diet order, it indicated weight loss, and small portions were removed (a request for all past diet orders was requested. All past diet orders were provided except the order dated 7/28/25). CDM observed Resident 1's breakfast tray and confirmed, there was an undrunk chocolate boost on the tray and stated, I was unaware she was tired of chocolate; it's listed as a liked preference, we have vanilla and can get strawberry. The food on the plate had been partially eaten and there was a large amount of food left on the plate and the bowl of hot cereal was uneaten. During an interview on 9/5/25 at 8:46 am, Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA) A stated, one time in the past, [Resident 1] said she was tired of chocolate, I don't recall if I offered another flavor. Her Boost and the magic cup (an ice cream dessert that was provided to residents with weight loss) are usually chocolate. We offer the magic cup as an alternative (when meal was not eaten). [Resident 1] says, it's too much food, like all the time. I tell her she doesn't have to eat it all or to just pick at it (eating a little bite here and there). RNA A confirmed, the dietary department or nurse had not been notified of Resident 1's statements regarding food preferences and stated, I was not aware I needed to. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 9:00 am, LN E was asked if Resident 1 had ever verbalized concerns regarding the amount of chocolate drinks she was provided and stated, [Resident 1] had told me she was tired of chocolate drinks, so I switched the Ready Care to vanilla to give her a change and alternate between chocolate and vanilla. I think she was referring to Boost. I don't know if we have different flavors for Boost. She stated that to me the beginning of August. LN E confirmed, dietary had not been notified of Resident 1's food preferences. During an interview on 9/4/25 at 10:03 am LN C stated, [Resident 1] has always stated that she didn't eat like this, it's way too much food, and she loves her hot chocolate in the morning. During an observation on 9/5/25 at 8:47 am, RNA A was observed providing Resident 1 with hot chocolate. Resident 1 took a sip of hot chocolate and did not drink it. During an observation on 9/5/25 at 8:51 am, Resident 1's breakfast tray was observed to have a chocolate Boost, and the food covered 75 percent of the plate. Event ID: Facility ID: 056231 If continuation sheet Page 14 of 14

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What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0550GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F550 - Resident Rights

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

  • 0637GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F637 - Within 14 days after the facility determines, or should have determined,

    Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

  • 0656GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F656 - Comprehensive Care Plans

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

  • 0755GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F755 - Pharmacy Services

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  • 0800GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F800 - Food and nutrition services

    Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

  • 0801GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F801 - Staffing

    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.

  • 0806GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F806 - Food and drink

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

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What happened during the September 12, 2025 survey of LASSEN NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of LASSEN NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER on September 12, 2025. The surveyor cited 7 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at LASSEN NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER on September 12, 2025?

Yes, 7 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her right..."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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