Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
17 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.
- 0211GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- 0281GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install proper backup exit lighting.
- 0291GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- 0300GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
- 0321GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0324GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0341GeneralS&S Fpotential 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.
- 0351GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0511GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0521GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
F712 - Frequency of physician visits
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
F918 - Bathroom Facilities
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
F684 - Quality of care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F693 - Assisted nutrition and hydration
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the September 4, 2024 survey of LAURELS OF DEKALB?
This was a inspection survey of LAURELS OF DEKALB on September 4, 2024. The surveyor cited 17 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at LAURELS OF DEKALB on September 4, 2024?
Yes, 17 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency."
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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