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Inspection visit

Health inspection

ST MARY'S ALZHEIMER'S CENTERCMS #3657152 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0684 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. 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 interview the facility failed to ensure Resident #27's skin interventions for edema were completed as ordered. This finding affected one (Resident #27) of one resident reviewed for non-pressure skin conditions. The facility census was 74. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Review of Resident #27's medical record revealed he was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and difficulty in walking. Review of Resident #27's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 assessment dated [DATE] revealed he exhibited severe cognitive impairment. Review of Resident #27's physician orders revealed an order dated 11/09/21 for bilateral TED hose (anti-embolism stockings) on in the morning and off at night every shift for bilateral lower extremity edema. Review of Resident #27's care plan dated 10/21/21 indicated the resident had impaired circulation related to dependent edema and an intervention was implemented dated 11/10/21 for bilateral knee hi TED hose on the morning and off at bedtime. Review of Resident #27's medication administration records (MAR) and treatment administration records (TAR) from 08/01/22 to 08/18/22 revealed the bilateral TED hose were implemented per the order. Observation on 08/18/22 at 9:05 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #801 revealed the left heel wound care treatment was completed and Resident #27 was sitting up in his room in a modified Broda (specialty chair) with a table across his lap. Resident #27 was in his room watching television at the time of the observation. The bilateral TED hose were not implemented at the time of the observation; however, the TED hose were signed off as completed on the MAR and TAR. Interview on 08/18/2 at 9:20 A.M. with Unit Manager Registered Nurse (RN) #802 confirmed Resident #27's bilateral TED hose were not implemented as ordered; however, the TED hose were signed off on the MAR and TAR on 08/18/22 as completed. 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: 365715 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 365715 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/18/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE St Mary's Alzheimer's Center 1899 Garfield Rd Columbiana, OH 44408 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 0686 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. 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, interview, and Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Care Protocol review the facility failed to ensure Resident #27's pressure ulcer wound care interventions were implemented as ordered. This finding affected one (Resident #27) of two residents reviewed for pressure ulcer wounds. The facility census was 74. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Review of Resident #27's medical record revealed he was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and difficulty in walking. Review of Resident #27's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 assessment dated [DATE] revealed he exhibited severe cognitive impairment. Review of Resident #27's Weekly Pressure Ulcer Tracking and Assessment Form dated 08/15/22 revealed he had a stage 2 pressure ulcer (partial thickness loss of dermis presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red pink wound bed, without slough, may also present as an intact or open/ruptured serum filled blister) wound measuring three centimeters length, 4.5 cm (centimeters) width and less than 0.1 cm depth with a small amount of drainage and the pressure ulcer wound was acquired 07/07/22. Review of Resident #27's physician orders revealed an order dated 07/08/22 to cleanse the left heel pressure wound with betadine (antiseptic), cover with an abdominal pad, and wrap with Kling gauze wrap daily; and an order dated 07/08/22 for a HEELMEDIX boot (soft foam boot) to the left heel pressure wound at all times every shift. Review of Resident #27's Care Plan dated 07/08/22 revealed he had a stage 2 pressure ulcer to the left heel related to decreased mobility, confusion, and dementia with an intervention dated 07/08/22 for a HEELMEDIX boot to the left foot at all times. Review of Resident #27's medication administration records (MAR) and treatment administration records (TAR) from 08/01/22 to 08/18/22 revealed the left HEELMEDIX boot was signed off as administered on 08/18/22. Observation on 08/18/22 at 9:05 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #801 revealed the left heel wound care treatment was completed and Resident #27 was sitting up in his room in a modified Broda (specialty chair) with a flat table across his lap. Resident #27 was in his room watching television at the time of the observation. The HEELMEDIX left heel pressure boot was not implemented at the time of the observation; however, the boot was signed off as completed on the MAR and TAR. Interview on 08/18/2 at 9:20 A.M. with Unit Manager Registered Nurse (RN) #802 confirmed Resident #27's HEELMEDIX boot was not implemented to the left heel as ordered; however, the treatment was signed off on the MAR and TAR on 08/18/22 as completed. Review of the Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Care Protocol, revised 06/22, revealed the plan of care protocol for protection against pressure, friction, and shear included to manage tissue load through pressure reducing/redistribution devices. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365715 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

2 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.

  • 0684GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F684 - Quality of care

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

  • 0686GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F686 - Skin Integrity

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 18, 2022 survey of ST MARY'S ALZHEIMER'S CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of ST MARY'S ALZHEIMER'S CENTER on August 18, 2022. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at ST MARY'S ALZHEIMER'S CENTER on August 18, 2022?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."

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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