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Inspection visit

Inspection

RESIDENCE AT SALEM WOODSCMS #3654808 citations on this visit
8 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 8 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0641 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to accurately code information on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. This affected two (#2 and #12) of 23 residents reviewed for MDS accuracy in the final sample. The facility census was 101. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: 1. Review of the medical record for Resident #2 revealed an admission date of 06/16/18. Diagnoses included dementia. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had impaired cognition and indicated Resident #2 had impairment in functional limitations for both sides of upper and lower extremities. Observation on 10/02/19 at 2:09 P.M. revealed Resident #2 participating in activities. She was observed walking in the common area, drinking juice, flipping pages of a magazine and smacking her hands on a table for attention. There were no functional limitations observed with the resident's upper extremities. Interview with MDS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #37 on 10/03/19 at 1:55 P.M. reported Resident #2 was not cooperative with her, so she coded impairment. When questioned what the specific functional impairment was that she had observed, LPN #37 stated the resident could not move things like her toes. LPN #2 stated she was unaware of any specific functional impairment for Resident #12. Interview with Unit Manager #37 on 10/03/19 at 2:45 P.M. verified she completed the functional resident observations form on 03/21/19 and 06/21/19 for Resident #12 as no impairment. She reported the forms were completed for MDS completion. She stated Resident #2 was able to do the activities she wanted, feed herself, transfer and ambulate independently, and pick up objects. 2. Review of the medical record for Resident #12 revealed an admission date of 06/06/19. Diagnoses included vascular dementia with behavioral disturbance, osteoarthritis and presence of artificial knee joint left and right. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 07/02/19, revealed Resident #12 had cognitive impairment and had functional limitations on both sides of lower extremities and no impairment of upper extremities. Review of the physical function observation form, dated 07/09/19, indicated Resident #12 had no (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 2 Event ID: 365480 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 365480 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/03/2019 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Residence at Salem Woods 6164 Salem Road Cincinnati, OH 45230 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 0641 functional impairment of upper or lower extremities. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Observations on 09/30/19 at 2:04 P.M. and 10/03/19 at 4:00 P.M. revealed Resident #12 actively participating in a toss activity in the ELM unit lounge and ambulating to the bathroom without assistive devices. Residents Affected - Few Interview on 10/03/19 at 4:00 P.M. with LPN #6 reported Resident #12 ambulated and toileted self independently and denied resident had any limitations in her legs, knees, or feet. Interview on 10/03/19 at 4:10 P.M. with the Director of Nursing and Corporate Support Registered Nurse #400 verified the MDS coding did not match the facility assessments or staff reports of Residents #2 ' s and #12 ' s functional abilities. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365480 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

8 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.

  • 0641GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F641 - Accuracy of Assessments

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0222GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

  • 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 Fpotential for harm

    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

  • 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0711GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F711 - Physician Visits

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  • 0920GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F920 - Dining and Resident Activities

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 3, 2019 survey of RESIDENCE AT SALEM WOODS?

This was a inspection survey of RESIDENCE AT SALEM WOODS on October 3, 2019. The surveyor cited 8 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at RESIDENCE AT SALEM WOODS on October 3, 2019?

Yes, 8 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."

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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