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Inspection

MIDTOWN OAKS HEALTH & REHAB CENTERCMS #3959859 citations on this visit
9 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 9 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0552 Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on clinical record reviews and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to honor the resident's right to make informed choices and participate in his/her treatment for one of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 71). Findings include: An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 71, dated February 12, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, required partial assistance from staff for daily care needs and had a diagnosis of diabetes. Physician's orders for Resident 71, dated February 10, 2026, included an order for the resident to receive 2.5 milligrams (mg) Mounjaro (used to control blood sugar control) pen injector subcutaneous (under the skin in a fatty layer) once a day on Wednesday. Interview with Resident 71 on February 26, 2026, at 12:45 p.m. revealed that during morning med pass she asked Licensed Practical Nurse 1 when she would receive her next dose of Mounjaro. Licensed Practical Nurse 1 informed Resident 71 that her dose of Mounjaro was on hold and he was not aware of the reason. Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 1 on February 26, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. revealed that he was not aware why Resident 71's Mounjaro was on hold. Interview with Registered Nurse 2 on February 26, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. revealed that Resident 71 was scheduled for an angiogram (a diagnostic X-ray that uses contrast dye to visualize blood flow through arteries and veins) on March 2, 2026, and Mounjaro needed to be on hold for seven days prior. Interview with Resident 71 on February 26, 2026, at 1:40 p.m. revealed that she was not made aware that Mounjaro was on hold or that an angiogram was scheduled. Resident 71 also stated that on February 24, 2026, bloodwork was drawn and she was not made aware of the results. A nursing note for Resident 71, dated February 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. revealed that bloodwork was collected on the first attempt via straight stick with butterfly needle to the right hand. Resident tolerated the procedure well and without complications. Once completed area was covered with cotton and secured with band aid; pressure was held until bleeding was controlled. Labs labeled with three patient identifiers, time and date of collection, area blood was collected and the initials of the nurse who collected them. Review of Resident 71's medical record revealed that there was no documented evidence that the resident was informed that Mounjaro was on hold, that an angiogram was scheduled or lab results were discussed with her. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 26, 2026, at 2:25 p.m. confirmed that there was no documented evidence that Resident 71 was informed that Mounjaro was on hold, that an angiogram was scheduled or that lab results were discussed with her and there should be. 28 Pa. Code 201.29(a)(j) Resident Rights. Residents Affected - Few 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 12 Event ID: 395985 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0658 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of Pennsylvania's Nursing Practice Act, [NAME] Medication Administration rights, facility policies, and observations, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to document medication administration at the time of administration for one of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 13). Findings include:The Pennsylvania Code, Title 49, Professional and Vocational Standards, State Board of Nursing, 21.11 (a)(1)(2)(4) indicated that the registered nurse was to collect complete and ongoing data to determine nursing care needs, analyze the health status of individuals and compare the data with the norm when determining nursing care needs, and carry out nursing care actions that promote, maintain and restore the well-being of individuals. [NAME] Medication Administration rights, dated May 19, 2022, indicated that documentation of medication administration should occur immediately after the medication is administered.The facility's policy regarding medication administration, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that medications would be administered in accordance with physician's orders and staff would document at the time of administration.A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 13, dated December 25, 2025, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired, required assistance from staff for daily care tasks, and was a diabetic. Physician's orders for Resident 11, dated November 11, 2025, included an order for the resident to receive 5 milligrams (mg) Amlodipine (blood pressure mediation) every day; 12.5 mg Carvedilol (heart medications) twice a day; 24mg/26mg Entresto twice a day (blood pressure medication); 10 mg Ezetimibe (cholesterol medication) daily; 400 mg Gabapentin (neuropathy medication) daily; 75 mg Plavix (anti-platelet medication) daily; 0.3 mg Calcifediol (Vitamin D); 10 mg Rosuvastatin (cholesterol medication); 6 units Lispro (insulin) three times a day; 81 mg aspirin (anti-platelet medication) daily; 1 capsul [NAME]-Vite (multivitamin) daily; a physician's order, dated November 19, 2025 for 30 cubic centimeters (cc) pro-stat (supplement) every day, a physician's order dated December 18, 2025 for 100 mg sertraline (anti-depressant) daily, a physician's order dated January 5, 2026 for 1 tablet preservision (vitamin) daily.Observations of medication administration on February 25, 2026 at 8:54 a.m. revealed that Licensed Practical Nurse 3 administered the above named medications to Resident 13 at that time.Review of Resident 13's Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated February 2026, revealed that as of 12:02 p.m. Resident 13's medication administration had not been signed off as administered. Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 3 on February 26, 2026 at 12:02 p.m. revealed that she does not document her medication administration at the time of administration and that she goes back after all her medications are passed and then documents them. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 26, 2026 at 2:12 p.m. revealed that the nurses are expected to document the medications as they are administered and not later in the day. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(5) Nursing services. Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 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 on review of polices and clinical records, as well as observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that physician's orders were followed for three of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 42, 44 and 66). Findings include:An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 42, dated February 10, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, was dependent on staff for daily care needs and had a diagnosis of disorder of the circulatory system (a condition affecting the heart resulting in impaired blood flow throughout the body). Physician's orders for Resident 42 dated February 14, 2026, included an order for the resident to have surgical wounds of his left inner calf, left lateral calf, right lateral calf and right medial calf cleansed with normal saline, apply oil emulsion gauze over exposed area of the wound then sprinkle collagen particles throughout the wound bed over top of oil emulsion gauze to base of the wound, secure with ABD (abdominal pad) and rolled gauze, change daily. Observations of Resident 42's wound care on February 26, 2026, at 1:12 p.m. revealed that Licensed Practical Nurse 3 used hand sanitizer, put on gloves, sprayed wound cleanser on the old dressing, removed the old dressing, removed gloves, used hand sanitizer, put on gloves, applied oil emulsion gauze over exposed area of the wound then sprinkled collagen particles throughout the wound bed over top of oil emulsion gauze to base of the wound, secured with ABD and rolled gauze. Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 3 on February 26, 2026, at 1:44 p.m. confirmed that she should have cleansed the wounds with normal saline and she did not. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 27, 2026, at 11:10 a.m. confirmed that Resident 42's wounds should have been cleansed with normal saline per physicians orders and they were not.An annual (MDS) assessment for Resident 44, dated November 25, 2025, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, required moderate assistance from staff for daily care tasks, had a care plan that indicated the resident had altered skin integrity, and had diagnoses that included venous ulcers to the left lower leg.Physician's orders for Resident 44, dated October 27, 2025, included orders for staff to apply ACE (an all cotton elastic breathable bandage which provides support, reduces swelling and aides in circulation) wraps to the resident's left lower leg; on in the morning and off in the evening.Observations of Resident 44 on February 24, 2026, at 2:37 p.m., February 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., February 26, 2026, at 10:10 a.m. and 12:43 p.m. revealed that she was sitting in her wheel chair beside her bed, the ACE wraps were lying on the blankets at the bottom of the bed and not on her left lower leg as ordered. Interview with Resident 44 on February 26, 2026, at 12:43 p.m. indicated that she is to wear her ACE wraps when she is out of bed, and that some staff put them on and some do not. Interview with Nurse Aide 4 on February 26, 2026, at 12:54 p.m. confirmed that Resident 44's ACE wraps were not on her left lower leg. She further indicated that she did not realize the ACE wraps were to be on the resident and that if they were ordered then they should be in place.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 27, 2026, at 2:26 p.m. confirmed that Resident 44's ACE wraps were not placed on her left lower leg as per physician's orders, and they should have been.The facility's medication administration policy, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that staff were to verify each time a medication was administered that it was the correct medication, at the correct dose, at the correct route, at the correct rate, at the correct time, and for the correct resident. A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's care needs and abilities) for Resident 66, dated December 9, 2025, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired, received insulin, and had diagnoses that included diabetes. A care plan, dated July 31, 2023, indicated that the resident had diabetes and her medications were to be administered as ordered by the physician. Physician's Residents Affected - Some (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0684 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete orders for Resident 66, dated September 10, 2025, included an order for the resident to receive 26 units of Insulin Lispro subcutaneously once a day for diabetes. The insulin was to be held if the resident's blood sugar was less than 100 milligrams/deciliter (mg/dL).The Medication Administration Record (MAR) for Resident 66 for October and November 2025, and January and February 2026, revealed that the resident received 26 units of Insulin Lispro during the 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. medication pass on October 14 for a blood sugar of 75 mg/dL; on November 14, 2025 for a blood sugar of 82 mg/dL; on January 5 for a blood sugar of 82 mg/dL; on January 11 for a blood sugar of 93 mg/dL; and on February 18, 20216 for a blood sugar of 76 mg/dL.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 25, 2026, at 11:47 a.m. confirmed that there was no documented evidence that Resident 66's Insulin Lispro was held when the resident's blood sugar was less than 100 mg/dL on the dates and times mentioned above. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services. Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0693 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Based on review of clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that physician's orders were followed for one of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 2) who had a feeding tube.Findings include: An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 2, dated January 26, 2026, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired, required assistance from staff for daily care tasks, and had a feeding tube. A care plan, dated January 21, 2026, revealed that staff were to administer the resident's tube feeding as ordered.Physician's orders for Resident 2, dated January 21, 2026, included orders for the resident to receive Isosource (a tube feeding formula) continuously at 65 cubic centimeters (cc's) per hour for 20 hours per day via a feeding tube pump and staff were to record the amount of formula provided every shift.The Medication Administration Records (MAR's) for Resident 2 for January and February 2026 revealed that staff administered the resident's tube feeding; however, there was no documentation of the amount of formula provided every shift as ordered.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 27, 2026, at 1:05 p.m. confirmed that staff were not documenting the amount of formula provided every shift as ordered and they should have been. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(3)(5) Nursing Services. Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0694 Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based clinical record reviews, observations, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to follow physician's orders related to midline catheters (a type of peripheral catheter inserted into a large vein in the upper arm used to deliver fluids and/or medications) for 2 of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 3 and Resident 71). Findings include:A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 3, dated January 28, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, was dependent on staff for daily care needs and received intravenous medications (IV). Physician's orders for Resident 3, dated January 24, 2026, included an order for the resident to have the midline dressing changed every week on Fridays, measure arm circumference and external catheter length. Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for Resident 3, dated February 2026, indicated that the resident had a midline dressing change on February 6, 13 and 20, There was no documented evidence that arm circumference and external catheter length was measured at the time of the dressing on February 13 and 20. An admission MDS assessment for Resident 71, dated February 12, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, required partial assistance from staff for daily care needs and received intravenous medications (IV). Physician's orders for Resident 71, dated February 6, 2026, included orders for the resident to receive 2 grams (gm) of cefazolin (and antibiotic) intravenously (administered through a vein) three times a day for osteomyelitis (infection of the bone) and to flush the midline twice a day with normal saline 10 mL prior to and after medication administration. Review of the MAR for Resident 71, dated February 2026, revealed that there was no documented evidence that Resident 71's physician was contacted for orders to flush the resident's midline three times a day with Normal Saline 10mL prior to and/or after medication administration. Physician's orders for Resident 71, dated February 12, 2026, included an order for the resident to have the midline line dressing and securement device changed every seven days. Review of the MAR for Resident 71, dated February 2026, indicated that there was no documented evidence that midline dressing and securement device were changed every seven days. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 26, 2026, at 10:14 a.m. confirmed that Resident 3's arm circumference and external catheter length should have been measured at the time the dressing was changed on February 13 and 20 per physician's orders and that Resident 71's physician should have been contacted for orders to flush her midline three times a day prior to and/or after antibiotic administration and her midline dressing and securement device should have been changed every seven days per physician's orders. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services. Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0755 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Based on review of policies and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the accountability of controlled medications (drugs with the potential to be abused) for two of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 10, 113).Findings include:The facility's policy regarding medication administration, April 29, 2025, indicated that staff were to document the administration of controlled substances in accordance with applicable law and document the necessary medication administration/treatment information (e.g., when medications are opened, when medications are given, injection site of a medication, if medications are refused, PRN medications, application site) on appropriate forms.The facility's policy regarding disposal of medications, April 29, 2025, indicated that facility staff would destroy and dispose of medications in accordance with facility policy and applicable state law, and applicable environmental regulations. Facility staff were to destroy controlled substances in the presence of a registered nurse and a licensed professional or in accordance with facility policy or applicable state law.A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 10, dated November 16, 2025, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, had pain frequently, received pain medication as needed, and received an opioid (a controlled pain medication). Physician's orders, dated April 19, 2025, included an order for the resident to receive five milligrams (mg) of Oxycodone every six hours as needed for severe pain.A review of Resident 10's controlled drug record for January and February 2026 revealed that staff signed out 5 mg of Oxycodone on January 11, at 8:34 p.m., January 16, at 9:30 a.m., January 22, at 10:00 p.m., and February 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. However, review of the resident's Medication Administration Records (MAR's), dated January and February 2026, revealed no documented evidence that the 5 mg of Oxycodone was administered to the resident on those dates and times. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 27, 2026, at 1:03 p.m. confirmed that there was no evidence on the Medication Administration Records of the Oxycodone being administered to Resident 10.An admission MDS assessment for Resident 113, dated February 17, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, received pain medication routinely, and received an opioid. Physician's orders, dated February 15, 2026, included an order for the resident to have a 50 microgram per hour (mcg/hr) Fentanyl (controlled medication used to treat pain) patch applied every 72 hours.A nursing note, dated February 11, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. revealed the resident was admitted to the facility and had a Fentanyl patch on his left upper arm.Review of Resident 113's MAR for February 2026 revealed that a Fentanyl patch was applied to the resident on February 15, 18, 21, and 24, 2026.A controlled drug count record for Resident 113's Fentanyl patches revealed that one patch was signed out on the controlled drug log on February 18, 21, and 24, 2026. There was no documented evidence that a registered nurse and another licensed professional signed that the old patch was destroyed after removal on February 11, 15, 18, and 21.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 27, 2026, at 1:05 p.m. confirmed that there were not two witness signatures, by a registered nurse and another licensed professional, for the destruction of Fentanyl patches on the dates listed above.28 Pa. Code 211.9(a)(h) Pharmacy Services. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services. Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 7 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0760 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on review of policies and manufacturer's instructions, as well as observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that it was free from significant medication errors for one of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 13).Findings include:The facility's medication administration policy, dated January 15, 2024, revealed that medications were to be administered as prescribed.Manufacturer's instructions for Lispro, revised July 2023, indicated that the medication should be administered within five or ten minutes of a meal.A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 13, dated December 25, 2025, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired, required assistance from staff for daily care tasks, and was a diabetic. Physician's orders for Resident 13, dated December 16, 2025, included orders for the resident to receive 6 units of insulin Lispro (fast-acting insulin) with breakfast.Review of the facility's meal times revealed that Resident 13 received her breakfast at 7:15 a.m.Observations of medication administration with Resident 13 on February 26, 2025 at 8:54 a.m. revealed that the resident received 6 units of Lispro. She did not have any food at that time and her breakfast had been served at 7:15 a.m. Resident 13's insulin administration was not within five to ten minutes of receiving her meal. Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 26, 2026 at 2:18 p.m. confirmed that Resident 13 had not received her insulin per the manufacturer's instructions and that she should have.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services. Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 8 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on review of policies, as well as observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that proper infection control practices were followed during medication administration for one of 38 residents reviewed (Resident 13), and during wound care for two of 38 residents reviewed (Residents 8, 69).Findings include:The facility's policy regarding medication administration, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that staff were not to touch the medications with their bare hands.Physician's orders for Resident 13, dated January 16, 2026 included an order for the resident to receive 667 milligrams (mg) calcium acetate (vitamin) three times per day with meals.Observations of Licensed Practical Nurse 1 on February 25, 2026 at 2:02 p.m. revealed that he poured the calcium acetate out of the bottle and into his bare hand. He then attempted to pour the pill into a medicine cup, however, it missed the cup and landed on the medication cart. He picked the pill up with is bare hand and then administered it to Resident 13.Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 1 on February 25, 2026 at 2:04 p.m. revealed that he should not have touched the pill with his bare hand.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 25, 2026 at 3:01 p.m. confirmed that staff were not to touch residents' medications with their bare hands.The facility's dressing change policy, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that after gloves were removed, hands were to be sanitized to avoid transfer of microorganisms. A quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a federally-mandated assessment of the resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 8, dated January 1, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively intact, was understood, able to understand, required assistance with care needs, had multiple wounds that included the left ankle, right heel, right posterior thigh and calf and a pressure ulcer to the sacrum/coccyx area, and was seen weekly by a nurse practitioner from Wound Healing Partners.Observations of Resident 8's wound care on the left toe and right calf area on February 26, 2026, at 12:56 p.m. was as follows; Licensed Practical Nurse 5 donned gloves, cleansed the left toe area with dermal cleanser, cut and placed a piece of petroleum based xeroform on the area and covered with a boarder gauze, doffed gloves and without hand sanitizing, donned new gloves. She then removed the dressing from the calf area, and without removing her gloves, she cleaned the area with derma cleanser, cut and placed xeroform, then covered with an adhesive foam dressing, removed gloves and without hand sanitizing, she dated the dressing, and donned gloves and cleaned two small wounds on the coccyx are with dermal cleanser and 2x2's, then with her gloved finger she mixed hydrogen gel and collagen and placed it inside the wounds, removed her gloves and without hand sanitizing she donned gloves and placed a petroleum gauze dressing on one of the coccyx wounds and then covered both sites with an abdominal pad, removed her gloves and hand sanitized.Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 5 on February 26, 2026, at 1:40 p.m. confirmed that during wound care, she did not change gloves when moving from a dirty to a clean area, and did not hand sanitize after doffing her gloves and donning new gloves.A quarterly MDS assessment for Resident 69, dated December 3, 2025, revealed that the resident cognitively intact, was understood, able to understand, required assistance with care needs, had a history of multiple venous ulcers and had diagnoses that included venous insufficiency (decreased blood flow in the legs) and currently had a chronic non-pressure ulcers of the right lower leg. Observations of Resident 69's wound care on the right calf on February 26, 2026, at 1:32 p.m. was as follows; Licensed Practical Nurse 5 donned gloves and removed the dirty dressing on her right calf, and without changing gloves, she cleaned the area with dermal cleaning spray, cut a piece of dressing that was impregnated with calcium alginate and Silvadene, and placed it on the wound bed, covered it with rolled gauze and an abdominal pad, taped and dated it. She then removed her gloves and hand sanitized.Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse 5 on February 26, 2026, at 1:40 p.m. confirmed that Residents Affected - Some (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 9 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0880 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm during wound care, she did not change gloves when moving from a dirty to a clean area.Interview with the Director of Nursing on February 26, 2026, at 3:15 p.m. confirmed that when providing wound care on Resident 8 and 69, staff did not change their gloves when moving from a dirty to a clean area, and hand sanitize after doffing their gloves, and they should have. 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services. Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 10 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0883 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that each resident was offered and/or received the pneumococcal immunization for four of 38 residents reviewed (Residents 2, 16, 36, 45). Findings include:The facility's policy regarding the pneumococcal vaccine, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that the resident would be offered the pneumococcal vaccination if they were eligible for it. An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 2, dated January 26, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively impaired and did not have the pneumococcal vaccine offered.Review of the immunization records for Resident 2 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine since admission on [DATE]. A quarterly MDS assessment for Resident 16, dated January 14, 2026, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired and that the resident was not offered the pneumococcal vaccination.Review of the immunization records for Resident 16 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine. A quarterly MDS assessment for Resident 36, dated January 19, 2026, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired and that the resident was not offered the pneumococcal vaccination. Review of the immunization records for Resident 36 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine.An admission MDS assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 45, dated February 12, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively impaired and did not have the pneumococcal vaccine offered.Review of the immunization records for Resident 45 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused an influenza vaccine since admission on [DATE]. Interview with the Infection Preventionist on February 27, 2026 at 10:56 a.m. confirmed that Residents 2, 13, 36, and 45 were not offered a pneumococcal vaccine and that they should have been.28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of Licensee.28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services.Based on review of facility policies and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that each resident was offered and/or received the pneumococcal immunization for four of 38 residents reviewed (Residents 2, 16, 36, 45). Findings include:The facility's policy regarding the pneumococcal vaccine, dated April 29, 2025, indicated that the resident would be offered the pneumococcal vaccination if they were eligible for it. An admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 2, dated January 26, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively impaired and did not have the pneumococcal vaccine offered.Review of the immunization records for Resident 2 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine since admission on [DATE]. A quarterly MDS assessment for Resident 16, dated January 14, 2026, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired and that the resident was not offered the pneumococcal vaccination.Review of the immunization records for Resident 16 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine. A quarterly MDS assessment for Resident 36, dated January 19, 2026, indicated that the resident was cognitively impaired and that the resident was not offered the pneumococcal vaccination. Review of the immunization records for Resident 36 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused a pneumococcal vaccine.An admission MDS assessment (a mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) for Resident 45, dated February 12, 2026, revealed that the resident was cognitively impaired and did not have the pneumococcal vaccine offered.Review of the immunization records Residents Affected - Some (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 11 of 12 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 395985 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/27/2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center 1020 Green Avenue Altoona, PA 16601 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 0883 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm for Resident 45 revealed no documented evidence that the resident was offered, received, or refused an influenza vaccine since admission on [DATE]. Interview with the Infection Preventionist on February 27, 2026 at 10:56 a.m. confirmed that Residents 2, 13, 36, and 45 were not offered a pneumococcal vaccine and that they should have been.28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of Licensee.28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing Services. Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395985 If continuation sheet Page 12 of 12

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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 Epotential for harm

    F684 - Quality of care

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

  • 0693GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F693 - Assisted nutrition and hydration

    Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

  • 0694GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F694 - Parenteral Fluids

    Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

  • 0755GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F755 - Pharmacy Services

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  • 0760GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F760 - Residents are free of any significant medication errors

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0883GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F883 - Influenza and pneumococcal immunizations

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

  • 0552GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F552 - Planning and Implementing Care

    Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

  • 0658GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F658 - Comprehensive Care Plans

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

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What happened during the February 27, 2026 survey of MIDTOWN OAKS HEALTH & REHAB CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of MIDTOWN OAKS HEALTH & REHAB CENTER on February 27, 2026. The surveyor cited 9 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at MIDTOWN OAKS HEALTH & REHAB CENTER on February 27, 2026?

Yes, 9 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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