F 0687
Provide appropriate foot care.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that eight (Residents #1,
#2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #8) of eight residents reviewed for foot care were provided with foot care
consistent with professional standards of practice, including assisting residents in making necessary
appointments with qualified healthcare providers such as podiatrists. Failure to provide appropriate foot
care can result in ingrown toenails, fungal infections, skin infections, and can potentially impact the
resident's dignity and sense of self-worth.The findings include:1.On 12/11/25 at 9:45 AM, Resident #1 was
observed in her room with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) B. When asked if anyone had looked at her
feet or if she had seen a Podiatrist, Resident #1, replied, No. CNA B removed the resident's socks. Her
toenails were very thick and discolored. The resident then gave permission to photograph her toenails.
(Photographic evidence obtained)A review of Resident #1's Physician's orders revealed that no order
(current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry care/visit/referral.2. On 12/11/25 at 9:48 AM, an
interview was conducted with resident #2's daughter in the resident's room. When asked about Podiatry
care, she stated her mother had not seen a Podiatrist. When asked to see her mother's toenails, she
uncovered her feet. The resident's toenails were long and thick. The daughter gave permission to
photograph Resident #2's toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained)A review of Resident #2's Physician's
orders revealed that no order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry care/visit/referral.3. On
12/11/25 at 9:58 AM, Resident #3 was interviewed in his room. The resident was sitting in his wheelchair
with his shoes and socks on. When asked about his toenails, he stated they are not cut here. He stated he
would like to have them cut because they are very long. A review of Resident #3's Physician's orders
revealed that no order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry care/visit/referral.4. On
12/11/25 at 10:03 AM, Resident #4 was interviewed in his room. The resident was in his bed covered with a
blanket. When asked about his care, he stated it was ok. When asked about his toenails, he stated they
were very tender and removed the blanket. The resident's toenails were very long and thick. Resident #4
gave permission to photograph his toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of Resident #4
medical record revealed a Podiatry note: Thick and elongated toenails (Appt time: 2/26/2025 12:30:00 PM)
(Arrival time: 9:33 AM) physician removed borders of toenails that were painful on right and left feet. There
were no other notes in electronic chart regarding foot/toenail care.5. On 12/11/25 at 12:30 PM, a brief
interview was conducted with Resident #5. He stated that he would like to have his nails cut because they
bothered him. His toenails were observed to be very long. The resident gave permission to photograph his
toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of Resident #5's Physician's orders revealed that no
order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry care/visit/referral.6. On 12/11/25 at 12:33 PM, a
brief interview was conducted with Resident #6. He stated his last podiatry visit was in February, and now
he is having transportation difficulties. The resident stated his toenails were hurting his skin and painful and
he needed to have them cut. His toenails were observed to be very long. The resident gave permission
Residents Affected - Some
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Event ID:
105262
Printed: 05/28/2026
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:
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105262
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/11/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Blue Lake Post Acute
991 E New York Ave
Deland, FL 32724
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F 0687
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
to photograph his toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of Resident #6's Physician's orders
revealed that no order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry care/visit/referral.7. On
12/11/25 at 12:38 PM, a brief interview was conducted with Resident #7. He stated he would like to have
his nails cut because they bothered him. His toenails were observed to be very long. The resident gave
permission to photograph his toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of Resident #7's
Physician's orders revealed that no order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for podiatry
care/visit/referral.8. On 12/11/25 at 12:41 PM, a brief interview was conducted with Resident #8. She stated
she would like to have her nails cut because they bothered her. Her toenails were observed to be very long.
The resident gave permission to photograph her toenails. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of
Resident #8's Physician's orders revealed that no order (current, past, or discontinued) was found for
podiatry care/visit/referral.On 12/11/25 at 12:49 PM, an interview was conducted with Unit Manager A.
When asked about resident assessments and if they look at their feet, she stated yes, but they are only
looking for skin issues. She stated she does look at toenails but does not document anything about them.
When asked about the nail care policy and procedure, she stated she was not familiar with it. She stated if
she has a resident with long or damaged toenails, she will put that resident on a list to see the Podiatrist.
She stated social services sets up the appointments. When asked if she would cut a resident's toenails she
stated no. When asked about resident's nails causing them pain, she stated that she would call the nurse
practitioner for orders.On 12/11/25 at 12:56 PM, an interview was conducted with the Social Services
Director (SSD). When asked about podiatry appointments, she stated the facility has used Aria physicians
for this, but they only take cash fee-for-service. She stated that she has recently contracted with another
Podiatrist that will see anyone in the building, and she hoped they will be able to start this month. The
appointment book for previous and current appointments with the Podiatrist was requested. At 1:10 PM, the
SSD returned and stated she could not locate the requested appointment book.On 12/11/25 at 1:14 PM, an
interview was conducted with CNA B. She stated, If I observe long nails on a resident, I will report it to the
nurse. She explained that the staff do not cut the resident's nails.On 12/11/25 at 1:45 PM, an interview was
conducted with the DON. When asked about the condition of the residents' toenails, she stated that the new
social services director has contracted with a Podiatrist to come to the facility for nail care. She stated they
do not have a start date to her knowledge. When asked about the procedure for nail care, she stated she
was not familiar with it.
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