Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
8 citations recorded*CMS
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.
- 0225GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- 0324GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0325GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
F680 - The activities program must be directed by a qualified professional
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
F684 - Quality of care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F689 - Accidents
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F690 - Incontinence
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F880 - Infection Control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the July 25, 2024 survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUNTA GORDA?
This was a inspection survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUNTA GORDA on July 25, 2024. The surveyor cited 8 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUNTA GORDA on July 25, 2024?
Yes, 8 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements."
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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Next steps
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