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Inspection visit

Health inspection

ANNA MARIA OF AURORACMS #3650723 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 3 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0569 Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure resident funds were conveyed timely upon discharge from the facility. This affected one resident (#337) of one resident reviewed for conveyance of funds. The facility census was 90. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Review of the closed medical record for Resident #337 revealed an admission date of 05/26/22 and date of death of [DATE]. Review of the letter from Collections Enforcement Section of the Attorney General's office dated 01/06/23 revealed resident funds for Resident #337 were not dispersed within 30 days of death. Review of the business records for Resident #337 revealed a check for $610.24 was dispersed to the treasurer of the state dated 01/06/23 to close Resident #337's account. Interview on 08/24/23 at 11:45 A.M. with Accounting #592 revealed he was unsure why the funds for Resident #337 were not dispersed within 30 days following her death. Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 3 Event ID: 365072 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 365072 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/24/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Anna Maria of Aurora 889 North Aurora Road Aurora, OH 44202 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some 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. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and facility policy review the facility failed to securely store medications. This had the potential to affect the four independently ambulatory residents (#59, #53, #24, and #48) in non-secured units. The facility census was 90. Findings include: On entry into the facility on [DATE] at 8:00 A.M., the surveyor observed a large, full paper bag on a table in the unmonitored breezeway inside the unlocked main entrance. The bag was stapled shut and labeled 'return to pharmacy.' Observation on 08/21/23 at 8:30 A.M. alongside the interim Director of Nursing revealed the bag contained 43 medication cards and one medication bottle. All of these items contained at least one remaining pill. Interview with the Interim Director of Nursing on 08/21/23 at 8:39 A.M. confirmed the above observations. She confirmed there was no electronic monitoring of the entryway and that medications should be in locked storage when not in use. Review of the facility medication storage policy, dated 04/01/2013, revealed medications were to be stored securely in locked or monitored areas, and only pharmacy staff and those authorized to administer medications were to have access to them. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365072 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 3 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 365072 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/24/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Anna Maria of Aurora 889 North Aurora Road Aurora, OH 44202 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Based on observation, interview, and facility policy review the facility failed to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen. This had the potential to affect all residents except one resident (#51), who received nothing by mouth. The facility census was 90. Findings include: Observations on 08/21/23 from 9:22 A.M. through 9:41 A.M., with Dietary Manager (DM) #540 revealed underneath a prep table in area where the juice machine was located was a bulk container of sugar with a scoop stored inside. There was also sticky food splatter observed on the clear lid and the white portion under the lid of the container. Next to the sugar container was bulk flour container that had a cup stored inside of it. The clear lid also had sticky food splatter. Observed in the next room over was a rack that the juice containers were stored, underneath the rack the floor was dirty, sticky, and also with a moderate amount of black specks in the sticky spillage. Observation of the steam table revealed streaks of grease that were solidified drippings down the front of it under the white ledge/table portion, the side facing the stove. Observed underneath the steam table was a shelf where several pans were stored was various food debris. Observed various food debris and splatter along the side of the plate warmer which was located next to the steam table. Across from the steam table was the stove, observed streaks of dried grease with food stains on the front of it. Observation of the steamer next to the stove on the bottom shelf were several stacked pans with various food debris and crumbs on the shelf. Across from the steamer and next to the plate warmer was a prep table, the bottom shelf had several long sheet pans and cutting boards stored there with various food debris and crumbs on this shelf. Observation of the dish machine revealed a moderate amount of lime buildup. Interview on 08/21/23 between 9:22 A.M. through 9:41 A.M., with DM #540 verified all the above findings. Review of the facility policy titled Food Receiving and Storage, revised 2014, revealed Food Services, or other designated staff, will maintain clean food storage areas at all times. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365072 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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Citations

3 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.

  • 0569GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F569 - Notice of certain balances

    Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

  • 0761GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals

    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.

  • 0812GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F812 - Food safety requirements

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

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 24, 2023 survey of ANNA MARIA OF AURORA?

This was a inspection survey of ANNA MARIA OF AURORA on August 24, 2023. The surveyor cited 3 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at ANNA MARIA OF AURORA on August 24, 2023?

Yes, 3 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death."

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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