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.
- 0355GeneralS&S Bno actual harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0041GeneralS&S Cno actual harm
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- 0293GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- 0341GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
- 0345GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0511GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0753GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
F918 - Bathroom Facilities
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
F920 - Dining and Resident Activities
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- 0927GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
F676 - Based on the comprehensive assessment of a resident and consistent with
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the May 17, 2024 survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF FORT WAYNE?
This was a inspection survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF FORT WAYNE on May 17, 2024. The surveyor cited 13 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at LIFE CARE CENTER OF FORT WAYNE on May 17, 2024?
Yes, 13 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes."
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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