F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that active
physician orders incorporated resident wishes related to end-of-life care for one of three residents reviewed
for advance directives concerns (Resident 2).Findings include: Clinical record review for Resident 2
revealed an active physician order dated [DATE], that instructed staff to not resuscitate Resident 2 (DNR,
do not attempt to resuscitate, do not perform CPR, allow natural death) in the event of no pulse or
breathing. Review of a POLST (Pennsylvania Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment, a binding medical order
that instructs healthcare providers the specific types of medical treatment a resident wishes to receive at
the end of life) form signed by Resident 2's physician on [DATE], and signed by Resident 2 indicated that
Resident 2 desired CPR/attempt resuscitation (cardiopulmonary resuscitation, chest compressions and
artificial breathing assistance) if there is no pulse or breathing. The surveyor reviewed the above concern
that Resident 2's active physician orders did not reflect Resident 2's emergency care wishes during an
interview with the Director of Nursing and the Nursing Home Administrator on February 4, 2026, at 2:00
PM. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026, at 10:05 AM confirmed that staff obtained a
verbal physician's order following the surveyor's questioning to update Resident 2's active physician orders
to reflect Resident 2's wishes for CPR as per the [DATE], POLST.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(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.
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Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0582
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on clinical record review and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to provide the
correct required notification to a resident whose payment coverage changed for two of three residents
reviewed (Residents 109 and 114).Findings include: A review of the form Instructions for the Notice of
Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC) CMS-10123, (a notice that informs the recipient when care received
from the skilled nursing facility is ending; and how to contact a Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) to
appeal) revealed instructions that a Medicare provider must ensure that the notice is delivered at least two
calendar days before Medicare covered services end. The provider must ensure that the beneficiary or their
representative signs and dates the NOMNC to demonstrate that the beneficiary or their representative
received the notice and understands the termination of services can be disputed. A review of the Form
Instructions Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (SNFABN) Form
CMS-10055 revealed that examples of the common reasons why an extended care stay, or services may
not be covered under Medicare might include the beneficiary no longer requires daily skilled care for a
medical condition but wants to continue residing in the skilled nursing facility (SNF). The SNF enters a good
faith estimate of the cost of the corresponding care that may not be covered by Medicare. In the blank that
follows Beginning on ., the skilled nursing facility enters the date on which the beneficiary may be
responsible for paying for care that Medicare is not expected to cover. The beneficiary selects an option box
to indicate a desire to continue to receive the care or not to continue to receive the care and if there is a
desire to have the bill submitted to Medicare for consideration. The beneficiary or their authorized
representative must sign the signature box to acknowledge that they read and understood the notice. The
SNF must issue this notice when there is a termination of all Medicare Part A services for coverage
reasons. If after issuing the NOMNC, the SNF expects the beneficiary to remain in the facility in a
non-covered stay, the SNFABN must be issued to inform the beneficiary of potential liability for the
non-covered stay. The SNFABN provides information to the beneficiary so that she/he can decide whether
or not to get the care that may not be paid for by Medicare and assume financial responsibility. SNFs must
use the SNFABN when applicable for SNF Prospective Payment System services (Medicare Part A). SNFs
will continue to use the ABN Form CMS-R-131 when applicable for Medicare Part B items and services.
Closed clinical record review of census information for Resident 114 revealed that the facility provided
services primarily paid for by Medicare starting November 19, 2025. Resident 114's Medicare payment for
services ended December 31, 2025, when she discharged to the community. Review of a CMS-10123
notice provided by the facility for Resident 114 revealed that Medicare coverage for skilled nursing services
would end on December 30, 2025. Additional information on the form indicated that staff delivered the
notice verbally via a telephone conversation with Resident 114's son on December 29, 2025. The notation
indicated that Resident 114's last covered day would be December 31, 2025 (not December 30, 2025, as
indicated on the first page of the form). Neither Resident 114 nor a responsible party signed the notice.
Nursing documentation dated December 31, 2025, at 1:01 PM revealed that staff reviewed discharge
paperwork with Resident 114's son (who staff documented the telephone conversation with on December
29, 2025) and Resident 114 left the facility. The documentation did not indicate that the facility staff
attempted to obtain Resident 114's son's dated signature on the CMS-10123 notice when he was in the
facility to transport Resident 114 home. Resident 114's clinical record did not contain evidence that facility
staff attempted to contact Resident 114 or her responsible party/son to obtain a dated signature on the
form after her discharge from the facility. Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on February 4,
2026, at 2:00 PM confirmed that the facility
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0582
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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did not have a signed CMS-10123 form for Resident 114. Clinical record review of census information for
Resident 109 revealed that the facility provided services primarily paid for by Medicare starting July 1,
2025. Resident 109's Medicare payment for services ended July 31, 2025. Resident 109 remained in the
facility. The facility did not provide a CMS-10055 notice for Resident 109. The facility provided a CMS-R-131
form that the facility used in place of the CMS-10055 form. Resident 109 signed the CMS-R-131 form on
July 29, 2025. The form did not include the date on which Resident 109 would be responsible for paying for
care that Medicare was not expected to cover. The graph on the CMS website (Beneficiary Notices
Initiative) stipulates that the provider types for the CMS-R-131 form use include independent laboratories,
home health agencies, hospices, physicians, practitioners, and providers paid under Medicare Part B. The
same graph instructs that skilled nursing facilities are to use the CMS-10055 form. The surveyor reviewed
the above concerns regarding Resident 109's Medicare notice during an interview with the Nursing Home
Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. 28 Pa. Code 201.18(e)(1)
Management 28 Pa. Code 201.29(a) Resident rights
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Based on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a clean,
comfortable, homelike environment on two of two nursing units (Second and Third Floor Nursing Units,
Residents 1, 5, 10, and 11), and provide a safe and clean environment in the facility's main laundry area.
Findings include: Observation of the facility's main laundry area on February 4, 2026, at 11:53 AM with
Employee 6, Director of Environmental Services, revealed a folded blanket on the floor behind the washing
machines and under the wall mounted chemical dispensers. There was an extensive build-up of a dried and
flaky substance on the blanket and surrounding floor. The Nursing Home Administrator was informed of the
main laundry area findings on February 4, 2026, at 12:02 PM. Observation of Resident 5's room on
February 3, 2026, at 9:25 AM revealed that door to the room was all marred and the floor was dirty around
the bed and under the dresser near the cove base. Observation of Resident 1's room on February 3, 2026,
at 10:30 AM revealed the floor to be dirty with crumbs under the over bed table and by her bed. The door to
the room was all marred. Observation of Resident 10's room on February 2, 2026, at 12:44 PM revealed
that the door to her room and the bathroom door was all marred. The nursing home administrator and the
director of nursing were made aware of the concerns with Resident 1, 5, and 10's environment on February
5, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Observation of Resident 11 on February 2, 2026, at 9:34 AM, and February 3, 2026,
at 10:12 AM revealed Resident 11 was seated in the recliner chair in his room. The wall behind Resident
11's recliner was marred. Resident 11 stated it has been like that for a long time. Reviewed the above
findings for Resident 11 during a meeting with the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing on
February 4, 2026, at 2:25 PM. 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(3)(e)(2.1) Management
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0628
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or
bed-hold policies.
Based on clinical record review and resident and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to
provide written notice of transfer and written notice of the facility bed-hold policy to residents' responsible
parties at the time of transfer for two of six residents reviewed for hospitalization concerns (Residents 2 and
6).Findings include: Clinical record review for Resident 2 revealed profile information that indicated that she
had resident representatives that included her mother, a male emergency contact, and an adult protective
services county representative. Nursing documentation dated October 1, 2025, at 1:45 PM revealed that
Resident 2 was admitted to the hospital following an above-the-knee amputation. The facility provided a
Notice of Transfer or discharge date d October 1, 2025, addressed to Resident 2, that noted the transfer to
the hospital on October 1, 2025, was necessary for the surgical procedure of a right above-the-knee
amputation. Staff documented a verbal review of the notice with Resident 2 on October 1, 2025. There was
no indication that Resident 2 and one of her resident representatives received a written copy of the notice.
The facility did not provide evidence that Resident 2 and one of her representatives received written notice
which specified the duration of the facility's bed-hold policy within 24 hours of Resident 2's transfer. Nursing
documentation dated November 21, 2025, at 10:34 AM revealed that Resident 2 was lethargic, difficult to
arouse, and had a low blood pressure. Staff contacted the physician who instructed staff to send Resident 2
to the emergency room. Nursing documentation dated November 21, 2025, at 11:52 PM revealed that the
hospital informed facility staff that Resident 2 was admitted for an infection related to kidney stones and
revision of ureteral stents (tubes placed in the vessels from the kidney to the bladder to correct and/or
prevent obstruction). The facility provided a Notice of Transfer or discharge date d November 21, 2025,
addressed to Resident 2, that noted the transfer to the hospital on November 21, 2025, was necessary due
to abnormal laboratory results. Staff documented, resident unable to sign at present, on November 21,
2025. There was no indication that Resident 2 and one of her resident representatives received a written
copy of the notice. A Bed Hold Notice form noted, unable to sign at present time, that Resident 2 was
contacted by facility staff on November 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM, and that the Bed Hold Election form was
mailed to Resident 2 for signature on November 24, 2025 (three days after the transfer to the hospital). The
facility did not provide evidence that Resident 2 and one of her representatives received written notice
which specified the duration of the facility's bed-hold policy within 24 hours of Resident 2's transfer. The
surveyor reviewed the above concerns regarding Resident 2's and her resident representative's receipt of
the required notices upon her transfers to the hospital during an interview with the Nursing Home
Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026, at 12:25 PM. Interview with Resident 6 on
February 2, 2026, at 2:13 PM revealed that she was recently hospitalized after she fell and broke her femur
(long leg bone in the thigh area). Census information for Resident 6 confirmed that she was on hospital
leave starting December 26, 2025. Review of Resident 6's profile information revealed that her resident
representatives included her son. The facility provided a Notice of Transfer or discharge date d December
26, 2025, addressed to Resident 6, that noted the transfer to the hospital on December 26, 2025, was
necessary due to a fall with possible fracture. Resident 6 signed the notice on December 26, 2025. There
was no evidence that Resident 6's representative received a written copy of the notice. A Bed Hold Notice
form noted, verbal (son's name), on December 26, 2025. The section of the Bed Hold Notice that is used to
document the mailing or emailing of the notice was left blank. The surveyor reviewed the above concerns
regarding Resident 6's representative's receipt of the required notices upon her transfer to the hospital
during an interview with the Nursing Home
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0628
Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026, at 12:25 PM. 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a)
Responsibility of licensee 28 Pa. Code 201.29(a) Resident rights
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0641
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure
complete and accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for two of 22 residents reviewed (Residents
3, and 4).Findings include: Clinical record review for Resident 4 revealed a quarterly MDS (Minimum Data
Set, an assessment tool completed at specific intervals to determine resident care needs) dated October 2,
2025, in which facility staff assessed Resident 4 as having no impairments to her upper extremities. The
next quarterly assessment completed on January 20, 2026, revealed staff now assessed Resident 4 as
having bilateral upper extremity impairments. Review of Resident 4's occupational therapy treatment notes
from September 30, 2025, to October 27, 2025, noted Resident 4's range of motion was impaired to her
bilateral upper extremities. Interview with Employee 2 (registered nurse assessment coordinator) on
February 5, 2026, at 9:21 AM, confirmed the above findings for Resident 4. Employee 2 verified the therapy
documentation from the lookback period for October 2, 2025, MDS noted impairments to Resident 4's left
and right shoulders with active range of motion limitations. Observation of Resident 3 on February 2, 2026,
at 11:30 AM revealed her in bed with bilateral enabler bars on her bed. She indicated that she used the
enabler bars to help her turn and move in bed. She also indicated that she can't get out of bed on her own.
Review of Resident 3's MDS quarterly assessment date January 8, 2026, revealed that the facility coded
her as using bedrails daily as a restraint. Interview with the nursing home administrator and director of
nursing on February 3, 2026, at 2:20 PM revealed that this was an MDS coding error and that Resident 3
has enabler bars on her bed, not bedrails that are used as a restraint. 483.20(g) Accuracy of
AssessmentsPreviously cited 1/16/25 28 Pa. Code 211.5(f)(ix) Medical records 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0644
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for
services as needed.
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to incorporate
the recommendations from the Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) level II
determination and the PASRR evaluation report into a resident's assessment, care planning, and transitions
of care for one of three residents reviewed (Resident 7). Findings include: Clinical record review revealed
the facility admitted Resident 7 on September 26, 2024, with diagnosis including a family history of alcohol
abuse and dependence. Review of Resident 7's clinical record revealed a PASARR Level II determination
letter dated May 22, 2024, from the Department of Human Services noted based on a review of the
information submitted, the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services had determined that
Resident 7 does not meet the mental health criteria for further review by the office. The letter further stated
that although Resident 7 did not meet the criteria for serious mental illness, the documentation submitted
indicates that Resident 7 could benefit from drug and alcohol services. Further review of Resident 7's
clinical record revealed there was no documentation that the facility recommended and/or provided any
drug and alcohol services to Resident 7 as the result of the PASARR II recommendation. Interview with
Employee 3 (social worker) on February 4, 2026, at 12:08 PM, confirmed the facility had no documentation
that they incorporated the recommendations from Resident 7's PASARR Level II into her care at any time
while residing at the facility. The above findings for Resident 7 reviewed with the Nursing Home
Administrator and Director of Nursing during a meeting on February 4, 2026, at 2:35 PM There was no
evidence at the time of the survey the facility had timely identified and coordinated the provision of
specialized services for Resident 7. 28 Pa. Code 211.5(f)(iv)(vi) Medical records.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed,
and revised by a team of health professionals.
Based on clinical record review, observation, and staff and resident interview, it was determined that the
facility failed to include a resident's representative in participation with care planning for one of 22 residents
reviewed (Resident 6), revise a care plan after a resident's change in condition for one of 22 residents
reviewed (Resident 2), and revise a care plan related to a pacemaker intervention for one of 22 residents
reviewed (Resident 86).Findings include: Clinical record review for Resident 86 revealed the resident had a
physician order dated December 26, 2025, that noted a pacemaker (an implanted electronic device to help
regulate the beating of the heart). Hospital documentation for Resident 86 dated December 24, 2025, at
1:30 PM revealed that the resident had a permanent pacemaker insertion on February 15, 2023.
Observation on February 3, 2026, at 12:14 PM revealed that there was an electronic pacemaker transmittal
device on the dresser next to Resident 86's bed. Review of Resident 86's current care plan revealed the
resident has an impaired cardiovascular status related to the resident's medical history and presence of a
cardiac pacemaker. The care plan did not address the electronic transmittal device (proper placement,
troubleshooting any issues, contact information, etc.). The above information for Resident 86's pacemaker
was reviewed in a meeting with the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing on February 3,
2026, at 2:00 PM. Clinical record review for Resident 2 revealed that on August 26, 2025, Resident 2
weighed 206.2 pounds. On December 4, 2025, Resident 2 weighed 177.6 pounds (a 13.87 percent weight
loss in less than six months). Review of a plan of care initiated by Employee 1 (registered dietitian) on
September 3, 2025, to address Resident 2's risk for altered nutritional status revealed no evidence of any
revisions to her plan of care despite her severe weight loss since admitted to the facility. The surveyor
reviewed concerns regarding Resident 2's weight loss and interdisciplinary response during interviews with
the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM and February
4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The surveyor reviewed concerns regarding Resident 2's weight loss with Employee 1
(registered dietitian) on February 5, 2026, at 10:39 AM. Interview with Resident 6 on February 2, 2026, at
1:57 PM revealed that she denied knowledge of care plan meetings and denied that her son or
daughter-in-law participated in care plan meetings. Clinical record review for Resident 6 revealed profile
information that listed her son as her Care Conference Person. Care Plan Note documentation on
December 1, 2025, at 1:34 PM; September 4, 2025, at 11:32 AM; June 4, 2025, at 8:45 AM; and March 6,
2025, at 1:56 PM revealed no evidence that the facility attempted to include Resident 6's son to participate
with care planning. Interview with the Director of Nursing and the Nursing Home Administrator on February
3, 2026, at 2:00 PM confirmed that the facility could not provide evidence of Resident 6's representative
participation in her care planning for the past year. Interview with Employee 3 (social services) on February
4, 2026, at 12:07 PM confirmed that she had no evidence that she attempted to involve Resident 6's son
(designated as her care conference contact) when conducting care plan meetings. Social services
documentation by Employee 3 dated February 4, 2026, at 4:10 PM (following the surveyor's questioning)
revealed that she contacted Resident 6's son regarding care plan scheduling and he would be interested in
attending meetings again following Resident 6's recent change in health status due to her surgery on her
hip. 483.21 Comprehensive Care PlansPreviously cited deficiency 1/16/25 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0692
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on a review of select facility policies and procedures, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was
determined that the facility failed to implement interventions to promote acceptable parameters of nutrition
for three of six residents reviewed for nutritional concerns (Residents 1, 2, and 44). Findings include: The
facility policy entitled, Weight Assessment and Intervention, last reviewed August 27, 2025, revealed that
resident weights are monitored for undesirable or unintended weight loss or gain. Residents are weighed
upon admission and at intervals established by the interdisciplinary team. Weights are recorded in each
unit's weight record chart and in the individual's medical record. Any weight change of five percent or more
since the last weight assessment is retaken the next day for confirmation. If the weight is verified, nursing
will immediately notify the dietitian in writing. Unless notified of significant weight changes, the dietitian will
review the unit weight record monthly to follow individual weight trends over time. The threshold for
significant unplanned and undesired weight loss will be based on the following criteria: One month: five
percent weight loss is significant, greater than five percent is severe Three months: 7.5 percent weight loss
is significant, greater than 7.5 percent is severe Six months: 10 percent weight loss is significant, greater
than 10 percent is severe Care planning for weight loss or impaired nutrition is a multidisciplinary effort and
includes the physician, nursing staff, the dietitian, the consultant pharmacist, and the resident or resident's
legal surrogate. Individualized care plans shall address to the extent possible: the identified causes of
weight loss, goals and benchmarks for improvement, and time frames and parameters for monitoring and
reassessment. Interventions for undesirable weight loss are based on careful considerations of resident
choice and preferences, nutrition and hydration needs of the resident, functional factors that inhibit
independent eating, medications, environmental factors, and end-of-life decisions and advance directives.
Clinical record review for Resident 2 revealed the following weight assessments: August 26, 2025, 206.2
poundsAugust 27, 2025, 204.2 poundsSeptember 2, 2025, 202.2 poundsSeptember 16, 2025, 194.4
pounds (an 11.8-pound, 5.7 percent, severe weight loss in less than one month)September 30, 2025, 194.6
poundsOctober 6, 2025, 190.2 pounds (a 16-pound, 7.75 percent, severe weight loss in less than three
months; and 12-pound, 5.93 percent severe weight loss in one month)October 7, 2025, 190.2 pounds
Nutritional documentation by Employee 1 on October 17, 2025, (a month after the severe weight loss
assessed for Resident 2), at 1:40 PM noted Resident 2's weights on October 6 and 7, 2025, which
substantiated a 5.9 percent weight loss. Employee 1 documented that Resident 2 was at risk for
malnutrition with variable oral intakes of meals. Employee 1 noted that she updated Resident 2's food
preferences, encouraged Resident 2 to consume her meals, and recommended weekly weights for four
weeks. Employee 1 indicated that she would continue to monitor Resident 2 and follow-up as needed. Staff
documented a weight assessment of 172.4 pounds for Resident 2 on November 3, 2025 (which would have
reflected an additional 17.8-pound, 9.35 percent severe weight loss in one month, however, a notation by
Employee 7 (nurse aide) on November 21, 2025, at 11:50 PM crossed out the entry as incorrect
documentation. There were no additional weights documented for Resident 2 until November 18, 2025 (six
weeks since her previous weight assessment). The weight assessment documented on November 18,
2025, at 12:18 PM was 168 pounds (a 22.2-pound, 11.67 percent severe weight loss in six weeks). The
surveyor reviewed the above concerns regarding Resident 2's weight loss and lack of interdisciplinary
response during an interview with the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February
3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The surveyor again reviewed the above weight loss concerns for Resident 2 during an
interview with the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 4, 2026, at 2:00
PM. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026, at 9:56 AM
Residents Affected - Some
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
indicated that the nurse aide obtains weight assessments and provides the licensed practical nurse the
results who is responsible for entering the information in the resident's electronic medical record; however,
this did not occur for Resident 2. There was no evidence that the registered dietitian or physician had the
information in the resident's medical record to review. There is no evidence that the registered dietitian
assessed Resident 2 during the two months between October 17, 2025, and December 18, 2025. The
facility provided no additional information regarding the implementation of new interventions to address
Resident 2's severe weight loss. Interview with Employee 1 on February 5, 2026, at 10:39 AM confirmed
the following: Staff assessed a 5.72 percent severe weight loss for Resident 2 on September 16, 2025;
however, there is no evidence of an interdisciplinary response (to include the registered dietitian or the
physician) until October 17, 2025. The plan of care on October 17, 2025, was to include weekly weight
assessments; however, Resident 2's electronic medical record had no evidence that these were
implemented; or that Employee 1 assessed Resident 2 timely (e.g., within a month) to review the findings of
the planned weight assessments. There were no weight assessments for six weeks (when Resident 2 was
to have weekly weight assessments) during which a weight assessment that indicated another severe
weight loss was inexplicably crossed out as incorrect documentation without a replacement weight
assessment. The next documented assessment by Employee 1 for Resident 2 was not until December 18,
2025 (two months following the acknowledgement of a severe weight loss). On August 26, 2025, Resident 2
weighed 206.2 pounds. On December 4, 2025, Resident 2 weighed 177.6 pounds (a 13.87 percent weight
loss in less than six months). A quarterly MDS (Minimum Data Set, an assessment tool completed at
specific intervals to determine resident care needs) dated December 10, 2025, assessed Resident 2 as not
having a 10 percent or more weight loss in the last six months. Review of a plan of care initiated by
Employee 1 on September 3, 2025, to address Resident 2's risk for altered nutritional status revealed no
evidence of any revisions to her plan of care despite her severe weight loss since admitted to the facility.
Clinical record review for Resident 44 revealed the following weight assessments: June 17, 2025, 166.7
poundsJuly 1, 2025, 169.9 poundsJuly 8, 2025, 170.3 poundsJuly 15, 2025, 162. 0 poundsJuly 22,2025,
171.8 poundsJuly 29, 2025, 175.8 pounds (a 9.1-pound, 5.17 percent significant weight gain)August 5,
2025, 174.0 poundsSeptember 3, 2025, 179.4 poundsSeptember 8, 2025, 183.7 poundsSeptember 23,
2025, 187.2 pounds (a 20.5-pound, 10.95 percent significant weight gain) A full nutritional assessment was
completed by Employee 1 on June 19, 2025, noted Resident 44 BMI (body mass index, a tool that
estimates the amount of body fat by using height and weight measurements), was 28.5 in the overweight
category. The next assessment of Resident 44 weights was not until September 19, 2025, noting a
9.7-pound, 5.6 percent significant weight gain in one month, and a 17-pound, 10.2 percent weight gain in
three months. Employee 1 recommended weekly weights times four to better track Resident 44's weight
gain. Further review of Resident 44's clinical record revealed the facility initiated a care plan on June 19,
2025, indicating Resident 44 is at risk for altered nutritional status related to her diagnosis of dementia.
Resident 44's care plan was not updated to reflect any interventions addressing her significant weight
gains. Interview with Employee 1 on February 4, 2026, at 11:12 AM revealed that she could provide no
further documentation indicating she addressed Resident 44's weight gain until September 19, 2025
(nearly two months after significant weight gain). Employee 1 confirmed Resident 44's care plan was not
updated to reflect any interventions addressing her weight gains. The findings for Resident 44 were
reviewed with the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing during a meeting on February 4,
2026, at 2:38 PM Clinical record review for Resident 1 revealed the following weight assessments: July 21,
2025, 224 poundsJuly 29, 2025, 216.4 poundsAugust 5, 2025, 216.3 poundsAugust 19, 2025, 217.8
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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poundsAugust 26, 2025, 223.0 poundsSeptember 9, 2025, 222.0 poundsSeptember 16, 2025, 222.5
poundsSeptember 28, 2025, 218.8 poundsNovember 3, 2025, 208.8 poundsDecember 3, 2025, 201.1
pounds December 11, 2025, 200.5 poundsDecember 11, 2025, 203.4 pounds A full nutritional assessment
was completed by Employee 1 on October 2, 2025, and noted Resident 1's BMI was 34.3, in the obese
category. A nutrition note dated December 18, 2025, at 8:53 AM revealed that Resident 1 was noted to be
down 21.6 pounds, (9.7% significant weight loss in 3 months). The note indicated that weekly weights for
four weeks would be put in place, and she added a fortified food. A nutrition note dated January 8, 2026, at
6:43 PM revealed that Resident 1 refused to be weighed monthly for January weight. Interview with the
Employee 1 on February 5, 2026, at 1:15 PM revealed that she did not do her risk assessment in January
2026, because Resident 1 refused to be weighed. When surveyor ask about the weekly weights, Employee
1 indicated that Resident 1 refused them too but there was no evidence in the clinical record related to this.
Surveyor asked Employee 1 if she followed up with Resident 1 related to her significant weight loss and she
said she did not because there was no new weight for Resident 1. The Director of Nursing was made aware
of the concerns with Resident 1's weight loss on February 5, 2026, at 1:30 PM. The facility failed to provide
the highest practicable care related to Resident 1's weight loss. 28 Pa. Code 211.10(a)(c) Resident care
policies 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0697
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on clinical record review and staff and resident interview, it was determined that the facility failed to
ensure that pain management was provided that was consistent with professional standards of practice for
one of one resident reviewed for pain (Resident 1). Findings include: Interview with Resident 1 on February
2, 2026, at 10:51 AM revealed that she has constant pain. She said sometimes it is from her stomach, and
sometimes it is her legs or back. Clinical record review for Resident 1 revealed that she has a diagnosis of
chronic pain (pain that last for longer than three months or occurring with an ongoing condition, that affects
daily life and well-being). Review of Resident 1's current physician's order revealed that she had the
following medications ordered for pain: Gabapentin 100 milligrams (mg) one every morning and at
bedtimeTramadol 50 mg one every four hours as needed for pain. Tylenol 325 mg two tablets every six
hours for mild pain 1-3, (on a 1-10 pain scale). Review of Resident 1's medication administration record for
the month of December 2025, revealed that she utilized the as needed Tramadol 50 milligrams 45 times.
Review of Resident 1's medication administration record for the month of January 2026, revealed that she
utilized the as needed Tramadol 50 milligrams 26 times and she utilized the as needed Tylenol 325 mg two
tablets three times. Review of Resident 1's medication administration record for the dates of February 1-3,
2026, revealed that she utilized the as needed Tramadol 50 milligrams five times. There was no evidence in
the clinical record indicating Resident 1's physician was made aware of the amount of as needed pain
medications she used, or that the physician addressed Resident 1's uncontrolled chronic pain. The Director
of Nursing was made aware of the concerns noted above related to Resident 1's pain on February 6, 2026,
at 10:45 AM. The facility failed to ensure Resident 1's pain was managed consistent with professional
standards of practice. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(c)(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0740
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and
services.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
clinical record review, review of select policies and procedures, and staff interview, it was determined that
the facility failed to provide the highest practicable care for one of one resident reviewed for behavioral
health related to suicidal ideation. (Resident 82). Findings include: The facility policy entitled, Suicide
Prevention and Intervention Guideline, last reviewed without changes on August 27, 2025, revealed it is the
policy of the facility that individuals voicing and/or displaying feelings and/or actions which indicated suicidal
ideation (thoughts, or preoccupations with ending one's own life, ranging from fleeting, passing thoughts to
detailed, active planning), receive services and interventions to help them manage these feeling and
maintain their psychosocial well-being. Employees are responsible for monitoring acute mood and behavior
changes which may indicate potential suicidal ideation and for reporting these changes to their supervisor
for appropriate assessment and interventions. With any verbalization of suicide/self-harm ideation, or
suicide attempt, the resident should immediately be placed on one-to-one observation until they are
transferred to the hospital or are evaluated by a physician/clinician. An immediate written care plan should
be developed and implemented specific to the resident's situation and needs. The plan should outline the
interventions and monitoring for the resident to remain safe. The plan should also include visual checks,
which should be completed and documented at an interval that is determined by the individualized
assessment. A nursing progress note dated January 7, 2026, at 2:21 PM revealed that Resident 82 was
making statements that she wanted to be discharged so she could go home and commit suicide. The note
indicated that Resident 82 was put on frequent checks and that she was immediately seen by the provider
in the facility who felt there was no immediate danger and that there was no medical cause of her
comments but the provider felt the resident was more depressed related to her current situation and he
wanted her seen by psychiatry. The note also indicated that Resident 82's family was present in the facility
and stated that she made comments like this in the hospital and was seen and cleared by psychiatry.
Resident 82 was to be seen by psychiatry on Friday (January 9, 2026). A late entry physician progress
noted created January 11, 2026, but noted to be effective January 7, 2026, indicated that the physician was
seeing Resident 82 for an initial evaluation because she was a new admission on [DATE]. The physician
made no mention of Resident 82 having suicidal ideations in his note but did indicate that Resident 82 was
seen and evaluated at bedside and there were no additional concerns. The note also indicated that she had
a diagnosis of depression. A psychiatry progress noted dated January 9, 2026, revealed that Resident 82
reported that her mood had been good, and she denied depression, anxiety or mood issues, but that staff
reported she had made comments about wanting to go home to commit suicide. The note indicated
Resident 82 stated she made comments a while ago about that, but she had no recollection of that and
denies suicidal ideation at that time. The note also indicated she has very poor insight into her psych issues
as she had some delusions such as reporting that she was married three times which the family indicated
was not the case. The psychiatrist also indicated that the family does feel Resident 82 is depressed. He
also notes that resident did have a daughter that committed suicide. Clinical record review for Resident 82
revealed a nursing progress note dated January 27, 2026, at 8:26 PM that indicated Resident 82 stated to
a nurse aide that she was tired, and she was thinking of committing suicide. The note indicated that the
writer then approached resident who was in bed and the resident stated she was tired and they would talk
in the morning. The nurse then made her aware to use her call light if she needed anything. The note
indicated the charge nurse was updated to closely monitor Resident 82, and for social work to follow up
tomorrow. There
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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was no social service follow-up noted in the clinical record. A nursing progress note dated January 27,
2026, at 9:11 PM revealed that Resident 82 stated she was fine but really tired and just wanted to sleep. A
nursing progress note dated January 28, 2026, at 3:26 am indicated that Resident 82 had no suicidal
statements voiced or reported and was resting in bed. Review of Resident 82's care plan revealed that
there was no care plan addressing her suicidal ideation until after the surveyor brought it to the facility's
attention during a meeting on February 3, 2026, at 2:20 PM, during a meeting with the nursing home
administrator and director of nursing. Interview with Employee 3, social service director, on February 4,
2026, at 12:14 PM confirmed the above noted findings that she did not initiate a care plan with
individualized interventions related to Resident 82's suicidal ideation until February 3, 2026. There was no
evidence in the clinical record to show that the facility initiated one-to-one, more frequent checks, or that
individualized interventions were initiated for Resident 82, related to her suicidal ideation on January 7,
2026, or January 27, 2026. The nursing home administrator and director of nursing were made aware of the
above noted findings related to Resident 82's suicidal ideation during a meeting on February 4, 2026, at
2:15 PM. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(2)(3) Nursing services
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0791
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on a review of select facility policies and procedures, observation, clinical record review, and family
and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide routine dental care for one of one
resident reviewed for dental concerns (Resident 58).Findings include: The facility policy entitled, Dental
Consultant, last reviewed August 27, 2025, revealed that dental care shall be provided through the services
of a consultant dentist. A consultant dentist is retained by the facility and is responsible for providing a
dental assessment of each resident within ninety (90) days of admission and, .performing or supervising an
annual dental revaluation for each resident. The policy did not confirm that the facility would provide dental
services provided by the State Medicaid plan (e.g., prophylactic dental cleanings every six months).
Interview with Resident 58's daughter on February 2, 2026, at 10:12 AM revealed that she believed
Resident 58 needed to have her teeth fixed, and that Resident 58 had natural teeth that likely needed to be
extracted. Resident 58's daughter stated that she was aware a mobile dentist provided services at the
facility and claimed that she received a bill for an initial exam for $90.00 (ninety dollars). Observation of
Resident 58 on February 2, 2026, at 12:29 PM revealed her to have missing teeth. Clinical record review of
Resident 58's census information revealed that the facility admitted her on November 7, 2025, and that the
State Medicaid plan was her primary payer source. Review of a Consent for Dental Services dated
November 9, 2025, indicated that Resident 58's responsible party agreed to the facility's contracted dental
provider to perform, an annual dental exam, necessary x-rays, and cleanings. The authorization signed by
Resident 58's responsible party noted that, Medicaid recipients are covered for these routine services. The
surveyor requested evidence of professional dental services for Resident 58 during an interview with the
Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing on February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A letter provided by
the facility from the contracted dental provider dated February 4, 2026, indicated that, (Resident 58) is in
compliance with annual routine exams. The letter indicated Resident 58's responsible party wanted dental
services when her Medicaid plan was active. The letter further noted, Per the facility, her Medicaid became
active on January 15, 2026, and (the contracted dental provider) was notified of this change on February 3,
2026. Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 4, 2026, at
2:00 PM confirmed that the contracted dental provider was at the facility on February 4, 2026, however, did
not provide services to Resident 58. The interview confirmed that Resident 58 had not received any
professional dental services in the 90 days since her admission to the facility. The interview indicated that
the contracted dental provider sent Resident 58's responsible party notice that an initial exam would be
$90.00 if not paid by Medicaid, however, Resident 58 was a Medicaid recipient and would not be liable for
the $90.00. Interview with Employee 5 (business office manager) on February 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM revealed
that the facility had knowledge that Resident 58's Medicaid application was approved on December 5, 2025
(less than one month after her admission to the facility). Interview with the Director of Nursing on February
5, 2026, at 9:56 AM provided no answer as to how often the contracted dental provider provides services in
the facility. Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026,
at 12:25 PM revealed that the contracted dental provider has no expected frequency of services (e.g.,
monthly, quarter, etc.); however, Resident 58 would be on the list for services during the next onsite visit.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on February 5, 2026, at 1:10 PM confirmed that the facility
policy and the consultant dental provider letter did not stipulate that residents would receive routine dental
services as provided by the State Medicaid plan. The Nursing Home Administrator indicated that she was
not certain of the frequency of routine dental services provided by the State Medicaid
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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F 0791
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
plan. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 5, 2026, at 1:35 PM confirmed that the facility was
now aware of the frequency of routine dental services covered under the State plan (e.g., every six months)
and would begin educating staff regarding the expectation. 483.55(b)(1)-(5) Dental ServicesPreviously cited
deficiency 1/16/25 28 Pa. Code 201.18(d) Management 28 Pa. Code 211.10(a) Resident care policies 28
Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare
918 Main Street
Laporte, PA 18626
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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
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to store food items in a
safe and sanitary manner and maintain the environment in a safe and sanitary condition in the facility's
main kitchen.Findings include: Observation of the facility's main kitchen on February 2, 2026, at 9:18 AM
revealed the following: There were four boxes of thickened coffee packets, three boxes of thickened tea
packets, and a sleeve of lids stored in the cabinet under the sink. Two bins with carafes (beverage holder)
and lids were stored beside the sink and all the carafes and lids had a white residue on them. There was a
silver four tier open shelf. On the bottom shelf there was a large open basin of water/juice pitchers and a
large open basin of lids. Observation of the oven revealed the knobs were dirty and there was burnt residue
all over the stovetop. Observation of the dry storage room revealed there was a loaf of bread with no use by
date, a half loaf of bread not secured, a bag of egg noodles, powdered sugar, vanilla tapioca quick pudding,
and pie filling mix opened, with no use by dates. Further observation of the kitchen on February 2, 2026. at
11:28 AM, revealed there were three areas on the floor in front of the dishwasher with tiles missing. There
was a piece of board and rubber mat on top of these areas. Interviews with Employee 8 (dietary aide) and
Employee 9 (cook), revealed the boards and plastic mats are a tripping hazard when they are utilizing the
dishwasher. Interview with Employee 4 (maintenance director) on February 5, 2026, at 8:52 AM revealed
that the repairs were completed on the kitchen floor on December 23, 2025. He stated he ordered the floor
tiles on December 29, 2025, and picked them up from the supplier on January 21, 2026. He confirmed the
three areas had approximately 19 tiles missing and were not placed until after the surveyor's questioning.
The above information was reviewed in a meeting with the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of
Nursing on February 4, 2026, at 2:30 PM. 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
Event ID:
Facility ID:
395683
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