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Inspection visit

Inspection

HICKORY HOUSE NURSING HOMECMS #3954367 citations on this visit
7 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 7 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 Based upon clinical record review, it was determined the facility failed to follow physician orders for medication administration for two of 18 residents reviewed (Resident 22 and Resident 63). Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Review of Resident 22's physician orders dated June 2, 2023, revealed an order for Ampicillin-Sulbactam (antibiotic medication) Sodium Intravenous Solution 3 grams to be administered intravenously every 6 hours for a right foot infection. Review of Resident 22's June Medication Administration Record (MAR) failed to reveal evidence that Resident 22 received the antibiotic medication as ordered by the physician on June 28, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. Interview with the Assistant Director of Nursing on June 30, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. confirmed Resident 22 did not receive the antibiotic medication as ordered by the physician. Review of Resident 63's physician orders dated May 31, 2023, revealed an order for Lorazepam (anti-anxiety medication) 0.5 milligrams (mg) to be administered daily at 8:00 a.m. Review of Resident 63's clinical progress notes revealed Resident 63 was administered Lorazepam 0.5 mg on June 14, 2023, at 2:15 a.m. Resident 63 was then unable to receive the scheduled dose at 8:00 a.m. Interview with the Assistant Director of Nursing on June 30, 2023, at 10:05 a.m. confirmed Resident 63 received Lorazepam 0.5 mg at 2:15 a.m. on June 14, 2023, instead of receiving it at 8:00 a.m. as ordered by the physician. The facility failed to ensure medications were administered according to physician orders. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services 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: 395436 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 395436 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/30/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Hickory House Nursing Home 3120 Horseshoe Pike Honey Brook, PA 19344 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 0695 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to provide respiratory care consistent with professional standards of practice, for one of 32 residents reviewed (Resident 92). Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Observation conducted on June 27, 2023, at approximately 11:24 a.m. revealed Resident 92 was receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula (device that delivers extra oxygen to your nose through soft prongs). Review of Resident 92's clinical record on June 27, 2023, failed to reveal any active orders for oxygen therapy. Further review of Resident 92's clinical record revealed a care plan intervention for 2-3 L continues oxygen via nasal cannula. Interview conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) and Nursing Home Administrator on June 30, 2023, at approximately 12:15 p.m. confirmed that Resident 92 did not have an order for oxygen therapy. 28 Pa. Code 211.10 (c)(d) Resident care policies 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395436 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 395436 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/30/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Hickory House Nursing Home 3120 Horseshoe Pike Honey Brook, PA 19344 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 0756 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Based on clinical record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the physician provided a clinical rationale for declining a consultant pharmacist recommendation for one of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications (Resident 26). Findings include: Review of Resident 26's physician's orders revealed an order dated May 12, 2023 for hydroxyzine pamoate (medication used to treat allergies and can also be used to treat anxiety) 25 milligrams (mg) - give 1 capsule by mouth three times a day for anxiety and picking at skin. Review of Resident 26's pharmacy reviews revealed a Note to Attending Physician/Prescriber dated May 18, 2023, which stated that hydroxyzine was a potentially inappropriate medication for residents over the age of 65 due to increased risk for confusion, dry mouth, constipation, and other side effects. Further review of Resident 26's pharmacy review from May 18, 2023, revealed the physician signed the recommendation on May 26, 2023, and checked off the box for disagree but did not provide a clinical rationale for declining the pharmacist's recommendation. The physician's failure to provide a clinical rationale for declining the consultant pharmacist's recommendation for Resident 26 was discussed and confirmed with the Assistant Director of Nursing on June 30, 2023, at 10:10 a.m. 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1)(2) Management FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395436 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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Citations

7 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.

  • 0695GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F695 - Respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

  • 0756GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F756 - Drug Regimen Review

    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

  • 0324GeneralS&S Bno actual harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0355GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  • 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0920GeneralS&S Epotential 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 June 30, 2023 survey of HICKORY HOUSE NURSING HOME?

This was a inspection survey of HICKORY HOUSE NURSING HOME on June 30, 2023. The surveyor cited 7 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at HICKORY HOUSE NURSING HOME on June 30, 2023?

Yes, 7 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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