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Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc

Nursing HomeLynchburg, VACMS 495120
16 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
5 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
80

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
74.8

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
16

*CMS

Inspections on file
5

*CMS

Last inspection
2023-02-08

*CMS

Citations

16 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

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.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

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

  • 0345Generalpotential for harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0521Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • 0531Generalpotential for harm

    Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  • 0920Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0839Generalpotential for harm

    Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

  • 0842Generalpotential for harm

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  • 0293Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0511Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  • 0578Generalpotential for harm

    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.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc?
Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Lynchburg, VA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 495120.
What is the CMS rating for Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc?
Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc has a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc have?
Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc is certified for 80 beds. It serves an average of 74.8 residents per day.
How many citations does Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc have?
Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc has 16 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc last inspected?
Westminster-canterbury of Lynchburg Inc was last inspected on February 8, 2023. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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