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Kingsbrook Lifecare Center

Nursing HomeAshland, KYCMS 185449
37 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
4 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
137

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
128.4

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
37

*CMS

Inspections on file
6

*CMS

Last inspection
2025-06-05

*CMS

Citations

37 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

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.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0321Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0698Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0024Generalpotential for harm

    Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

  • 0033Generalpotential for harm

    Establish methods for sharing information.

  • 0034Generalpotential for harm

    Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0293Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

  • 0324Generalpotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0325Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

  • 0363Generalpotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0912Generalpotential for harm

    Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

  • 0914Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0656Seriousactual harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0684Seriousactual harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

  • 0026Generalpotential for harm

    Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0007Generalpotential for harm

    Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

  • 0712Generalpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0361Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0583Generalpotential for harm

    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0657Generalpotential for harm

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

  • 0740Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0759Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

  • 0760Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Kingsbrook Lifecare Center?
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Ashland, KY, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 185449.
What is the CMS rating for Kingsbrook Lifecare Center?
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Kingsbrook Lifecare Center have?
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center is certified for 137 beds. It serves an average of 128.4 residents per day.
How many citations does Kingsbrook Lifecare Center have?
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center has 37 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Kingsbrook Lifecare Center last inspected?
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center was last inspected on June 5, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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