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Inspection visit

Health inspection

LUXE REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTERCMS #3653441 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 1 deficiency. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Many Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, staff interviews, review of the local health department inspection reports, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure the kitchen was properly cleaned and sanitized prior to completing food preparation. The deficient practice had the potential to affect 127 residents who receive food from the kitchen. There was one resident (Resident #123) who was identified as having an ordered nothing by mouth (NPO) diet. Findings include: Review of the local health department (LHD) inspection report for the [NAME] Wing kitchen,completed on 06/10/24, evealed the kitchen was out of compliance with the following regulations: the person in charge demonstrated knowledge and performed duties; adequate handwashing facilities were supplied and accessible; food-contact surfaces were cleaned and sanitized; contamination was prevented during food preparation, storage, and display; non-food contact surfaces were clean; sewage and wastewater was properly disposed; and physical facilities were installed, maintained and cleaned. The inspection revealed four critical violations and three non-critical violations cited. The report stated there were gaps in practices and procedures identified through the inspection which could cause food-[NAME] illness. There was visual evidence of food debris in the handwashing sink. The inside chute of the ice machine was found to have mold present. The grease trap removal and pipes caused a back-up of wastewater and sewage into the kitchen. Food preparation continued in the kitchen during this time. There was standing water observed in the two adjourning storage rooms directly off of the kitchen. There was evidence of food preparation activity in the [NAME] Wing kitchen without the kitchen being cleaned and sanitized. There were accumulated boxes and dirt found in the dish area and the storage rooms needed to have all contents removed and discarded. The floors were dirty and there had been a milk spill in the walk-in cooler. Interview on 06/13/24 at 12:33 P.M. with Dietary Manager (DM) #200 confirmed the [NAME] Wing kitchen had been used for food preparation prior to the inspection by the LHD on 06/10/24. DM #200 confirmed the kitchen needed to have repairs completed before the kitchen could be used again. Interview on 06/13/24 at 3:18 P.M., via telephone, with [NAME] #201 confirmed she had been hired a food preparation cook approximately three weeks ago. [NAME] #201 confirmed she completed food preparation in the [NAME] Wing kitchen prior to the LHD inspection on 06/10/24. [NAME] #201 stated there was grease and stuff coming up through the drains in the kitchen. [NAME] #201 stated she had brought some dry goods for baking from the [NAME] Wing kitchen over to the [NAME] Wing kitchen. [NAME] #201 stated she was going back and forth between the two kitchens initially until they realized the (continued on next page) 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: 365344 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 365344 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/14/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Luxe Rehabilitation and Care Center 957 Becks Knob Road Lancaster, OH 43130 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 kitchen could not be used. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Interview via telephone on 06/13/24 at 3:26 P.M. with Health Department Inspector (HDI) #203 confirmed she had inspected the [NAME] Wing kitchen at the facility on 06/10/24 after the facility's DM #200 mentioned food preparation was being completed in that kitchen. When the doors to the two food storage areas were opened there was sewage water found on the floors in both rooms. The facility staff were not aware the sewage water was present. The water had a bad odor and smelled like a combination of sewage and potatoes. The Maintenance Director and Dietary Manager were present during the inspection and for the discovery of the sewage water found in the storage rooms. Observarions by HDI #203 revealed there was a pan of chocolate chip cookie bars sitting on top of the stove cooling, a head of lettuce, onions, and tomatoes were sitting directly on the counter, and frozen hamburger was thawing in the three compartment sink. There was also food debris evidence found in the only handwashing sink. Residents Affected - Many Interview on 06/13/24 at 4:25 P.M. with Maintenance Director (MND) #202 revealed DM #200 informed the LHD inspector that an employee had been completing food preparation in the [NAME] Wing kitchen. MND #202 confirmed when they entered the kitchen, there was water on the floor underneath the three compartment sink, which then leaked underneath the doors to the food storage rooms. MND #202 confirmed there was a log of hamburger thawing in the three compartment sink but denied observing any other food items. MND #202 stated he shut down the kitchen immediately upon the inspection on 06/10/24. Observations on 06/13/24 at 4:34 P.M. with MND #202 of the [NAME] Wing kitchen revealed the grease trap was located outside of the facility in a grassy area. Upon lifting the lid off of the grease trap a strong sewage odor was detected. A small amount of liquid was observed inside the vertical pipe of the grease trap. Upon entering the kitchen, the storage rooms had been cleaned out and there were not any food items observed. There was one handwashing sink observed in the kitchen. The water was turned on at the sink and within seconds of the water running, the sink began backing up and the water continued to rise in the sink. The water was turned off before it began overflowing onto the floor. The water remained clear. There were a couple of particles observed in the handwashing sink which could not be identified as food or another source. The sink appeared dirty. Interview with MND #202 at the time of the observations, confirmed the handwashing sink needed to be cleaned, sanitized, and unclogged. MND #202 stated the grease trap should be cleaned at least quarterly. MND #202 confirmed during an inspection with the local health department (LHD), the grease trap was identified as the source which caused a back up of waste water into the kitchen. MND #202 confirmed the grease trap had not been cleaned and a cleaning had not been scheduled since the inspection occurred on 06/10/24. Interview on 06/13/24 at 5:33 P.M. with MND #202 confirmed the [NAME] Wing kitchen had been closed for three or four years. MND #202 confirmed there were not any signs posted to alert the staff because the staff had general knowledge not to use the kitchen. MND #202 stated the kitchen was used for at least one or two days for food preparation. MND #202 confirmed the [NAME] Wing kitchen should not have been used again until it was inspected by the LHD. MND #202 confirmed the grease trap was last cleaned in February 2024. Interview on 06/14/24 at 11:48 A.M. with the Interim Administrator (IA) confirmed he approved DM #200's request to use the [NAME] Wing kitchen for food preparation on a short-term basis prior to the LHD's inspection that was conducted on 06/10/24. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365344 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 365344 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/14/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Luxe Rehabilitation and Care Center 957 Becks Knob Road Lancaster, OH 43130 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 - Many Review of the undated facility policy titled Sanitation and Safety, revealed procedures for washing and sanitizing silverware, china, and glasses are developed, posted, and followed. Procedures for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing pots, pans and utensils are developed, posted and followed. Review of the undated facility policy titled Food Preparation, revealed tongs or other utensils are used in handling food whenever possible. If it is necessary to use the hands, they are thoroughly washed in hand washing facilities with hot water and soap and plastic gloves are worn. Review of the undate facility policy titled Receiving, Storage and Issuing, revealed the Certified Dietary Manager is responsible for supervising sanitation and housekeeping procedures within the food service department. The Certified Dietary Manager is responsible for supervising and training personnel in the proper sanitation procedures in storing, preparing, and serving food. The Certified Dietary Manager is responsible for instructing employees in the use and maintenance of equipment. The Maintenance department is responsible for routine inspections and care of fans, vent ducts, washing filters, hoods, and equipment. The Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing floors, walls, washing filters, hoods and windows in the kitchen. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00154756. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365344 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 0812GeneralS&S Fpotential 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.

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What happened during the June 14, 2024 survey of LUXE REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of LUXE REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER on June 14, 2024. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at LUXE REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER on June 14, 2024?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordanc..."

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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