Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
36 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.
F550 - Resident Rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F572 - Information and Communication
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
F574 - The resident has the right to receive notices orally (meaning spoken) and in
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
F582 - The facility must—
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F584 - Safe Environment
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.
F585 - Grievances
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
F645 - Preadmission Screening for individuals with a mental disorder and individuals
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F658 - Comprehensive Care Plans
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F679 - Activities
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
F684 - Quality of care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F690 - Incontinence
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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.
F791 - Dental Services
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
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Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
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List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
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Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
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Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
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Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
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Establish emergency prep training and testing.
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Establish staff and initial training requirements.
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Meet other general requirements.
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Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
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Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
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Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
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Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
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Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
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Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
F914 - Be designed or equipped to assure full visual privacy for each
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
F918 - Bathroom Facilities
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
F923 - Have adequate outside ventilation by means of windows, or mechanical
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
F610 - In response to allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment, the
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F628 - Documentation
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F689 - Accidents
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F804 - Food and drink
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F847 - Entering Into Binding Arbitration Agreements
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
F849 - Hospice services
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the May 27, 2025 survey of AVALON HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER - PASCO?
This was a inspection survey of AVALON HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER - PASCO on May 27, 2025. The surveyor cited 36 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at AVALON HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER - PASCO on May 27, 2025?
Yes, 36 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her right..."
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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