Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
16 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.
- 0291GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- 0321GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0374GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- 0511GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0521GeneralS&S Cno actual harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
F712 - Frequency of physician visits
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
F741 - The facility must have sufficient staff who provide direct services to
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
F911 - Accommodate no more than four residents
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
F918 - Bathroom Facilities
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0929GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
F600 - Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F644 - Coordination
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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.
F755 - Pharmacy Services
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the April 3, 2025 survey of Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
This was a inspection survey of Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on April 3, 2025. The surveyor cited 16 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on April 3, 2025?
Yes, 16 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours."
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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