Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
13 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.
- 0222GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- 0223GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0355GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0372GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
F741 - The facility must have sufficient staff who provide direct services to
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
F880 - Infection Control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F684 - Quality of care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F686 - Skin Integrity
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
F757 - Unnecessary Drugs—General
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
- 0024GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the April 24, 2025 survey of PALM GARDEN OF VERO BEACH?
This was a inspection survey of PALM GARDEN OF VERO BEACH on April 24, 2025. The surveyor cited 13 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at PALM GARDEN OF VERO BEACH on April 24, 2025?
Yes, 13 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arra..."
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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