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Inspection

MEADOWCREST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTERCMS #3956988 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 0580 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical records and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to the notify resident representative and/or medical provider of a change in condition or care for three of ten residents (Resident R41, R100, and R143). Findings include: The Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) User's Manual, which provides instructions and guidelines for completing required Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments (mandated assessments of a resident's abilities and care needs), dated October 2024, indicated that a BIMS (Brief Interview of Mental Status) is a brief screener that aids in detecting cognitive impairment. Scores from a BIMS assessment suggests the following distributions: 13 - 15: cognitively intact 8 - 12: moderately impaired 0 - 7: severe impairment Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R41 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of Resident R41's Minimum Data Set (MDS - periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated 1/16/25, included diagnoses of cirrhosis (chronic damage leading to scarring and failure) of the liver and hip fracture. Review of Resident R41's demographic profile indicated his son as his emergency contact. Review of a progress note dated 2/2/25, at 2:15 a.m. indicated, C/O (complained of) being cold. Has multiple blankets on. States he is unwilling to go hospital, despite reporting being sick all day. Review of a progress note dated 2/2/25, at 3:30 a.m. indicated, Continues to c/o being cold. Requesting prn oxycodone. Given 0330. States it helps him relax and sleep. Review of a progress note dated 2/2/25, at 6:08 a.m. indicated, Called by CNA (nurse aide) doing rounds 0510 (5:10 a.m.). Resident without pulse BP (blood pressure) or respiration, neg vs (vital signs) on recheck, pupils fixed and dilated. Pronounce (5:10 a.m.). Son notified 0515 (5:15 a.m.)., [Physician] notified 0600 (6:00 a.m.). Waiting for family to return call with name of mortuary service. (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: 395698 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 395698 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/30/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Meadowcrest Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 1200 Braun Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 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 0580 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Review of progress notes failed to reveal a notification to the provider of Resident R41 feeling unwell all day and of excessive feelings of cold. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R100 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of Resident R100's MDS dated [DATE], included diagnoses of schizophrenia (a mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech and behavior) and paraplegia (paralysis of the legs and lower body, typically caused by spinal injury or disease). Review of the most recent BIMS assessment completed on 11/26/24, revealed a BIMS score of 05. Review of Resident R100's demographic profile indicated her sister as her emergency contact, legal guardian, and responsible party. Review of a physician order dated 2/10/25, indicated Resident R100 had a new order for a pureed diet. Resident R100 had previously had a mechanical soft diet. Review of a progress note dated 2/12/25, at 9:07 p.m. indicated, Residents sisters were in throughout the day. Sister has many questions concerning what resident ' s medications, when started, and why she is taking them. Questioning reason for changing to a pureed diet and why this sister did not receive a phone call to inform her of the change. Review of the clinical record indicates resident R143 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of the facility diagnosis list included diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, a group of progressive lung disorders characterized by increasing breathlessness), lung cancer, and dementia (a group of symptoms that affects memory, thinking and interferes with daily life) without behavioral disturbance. Review of Resident R143's demographic profile indicated her granddaughter as her emergency contact, legal guardian, and responsible party. Review of a physician order dated 4/8/25, indicated, Send to [hospital emergency room] for evaluation due to AMS (altered mental status), wandering, refusing to take medications. Review of a progress note dated 4/8/25, at 8:49 a.m. indicated, As this writer approached the nurses station as the resident was going out the side door, the doctor came. She walked up to the physician, became verbally and physically aggressive. at that time, the doctor stated to send the patient to the emergency department as she is exhibiting behavior trying to exit the building and for her safety she needed to be in a locked or protected unit. He ordered her to go to [hospital] as he said that [hospital] has a good psych department. Review of a progress note dated 4/8/25, at 5:14 p.m. indicated, [hospital] called again and this writer spoke with another nurse in re: resident reason for being sent to their hospital. I explained and once again, the nurse stated you have to fill out a 302 paper and she is a resident at your facility and I ' m calling the Health Department and hung up. Review of family submitted information dated 4/9/25, indicated that the faciltiy transferred Resident R143 to the hospital without family notification. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395698 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 395698 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/30/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Meadowcrest Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 1200 Braun Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 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 0580 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Review of Resident R143's progress notes failed to reveal a notification to Resident R143's emergency contact regarding the transfer to the hospital. During an interview on 4/30/25, at approximately 12:45 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing confirmed the facility failed to notify the resident representative and/or medical provider of a change in condition or care for three of ten residents. 28 Pa. Code 201.18 (b)(1) Management. 28 Pa. Code 201.29(d) Resident rights. 28 Pa. Code 211.10 (c)(d) Resident care policies. 28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(1)(2)(3)(5) Nursing services. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395698 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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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 Epotential for harm

    F641 - Accuracy of Assessments

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0656GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F656 - Comprehensive Care Plans

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0686GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F686 - Skin Integrity

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

  • 0689GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F689 - Accidents

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0940GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F940 - Training Requirements

    Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

  • 0580GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F580 - Notification of Changes

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0918GeneralS&S Cno actual harm

    F918 - Bathroom Facilities

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 30, 2025 survey of MEADOWCREST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of MEADOWCREST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER on April 30, 2025. The surveyor cited 8 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at MEADOWCREST REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER on April 30, 2025?

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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