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Inspection visit

Health inspection

ATHERTON PARK POST-ACUTECMS #5558271 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 1 deficiency. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0692 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide appropriate services to one of three sampled residents (Resident 1) when the Registered Dietitian (RD) did not reevaluate and address Resident 1's severe weight loss (a weight loss greater than 5% in one month, greater than 7.5% in three months, and greater than 10% in six months).This failure placed Resident 1 at risk for decline in nutritional status and physical health.Resident 1 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that include left distal radius fracture (a break of the bone near the wrist of the left forearm) and cerebral palsy (a condition that affects a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture). Resident 1 was transferred to acute care hospital on 7/2/25 and was discharged from the facility on 7/9/25.Review of Resident 1's weight record indicated an initial weight of 230 pounds on 5/23/25.During a review of Resident 1's Registered Dietitian Nutrition Assessment (RDNA), dated 5/21/25, the RDNA indicated Resident 1's hospital weight on 5/13/25 was 249.6 pounds. The RDNA showed Resident 1's BMI score (body mass index, a measure of body fat based on a person's height and weight) as 32.1 indicating obesity (having excessive body fat). Further review of the RDNA indicated Evaluation. He (Resident 1) endorsed having a fair appetite. He is fine with current portion sizes. He did not want snacks/supplements at this time. RD educated resident on the importance of eating to maintain strength.Interventions and Plan: Consider re-visiting snack/supplements if rt (resident) has weight loss. F/U (follow up) PRN (as needed).During a review of Resident 1's RD Medical Nutrition Therapy Note (RD Note), dated 5/28/25, the RD Note showed Resident 1's weight as 230 pounds on 5/23/25 and 227 pounds on 5/28/25. The RD Note indicated Resident 1 has a weight loss of 1.3% pounds in one week. The RD Note also indicated Resident is reviewed for inadequate intake. Resident's intake remains fair, however, calculated to meet estimated needs. Weight stable x (for) 1 (one) week with minor weight loss, may be related to swelling of fingers on admission. No edema noted at this time. No new labs (laboratory) to review. No new dietary interventions. Will continue to monitor and f/u (follow up) PRN (as needed).During a review of Resident 1's Progress Notes (PN), dated 6/19/25, the PN showed Resident 1's weight on 6/18/25 as 217 lbs., a 5.7% weight loss in in 26 days. The PN indicated Resident 1 eats 76% to 100% of his meals. The PN also indicated Weight loss of unknown etiology (cause). Beneficial for resident considering BMI now 29.4. During a review of Resident 1's PN, dated 6/26/25, the PN showed Resident 1's weight on 6/25/25 was 210.8 pounds, indicating an 8.3% weight loss in 33 days. The PN indicated Resident 1 eats 51% to 75% of his meals. The PN also indicated RD/IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) Recommendations: Weight loss of unknown etiology. Beneficial for resident considering BMI now 28.6. Continue to monitor.During a review of Resident 1's care plan (CP) titled, At Risk for Altered Nutrition Status R/T (related to) Malnourished as evidenced by Nutritional Screening Tool, created on 5/20/25 and last revised on 6/9/25, the CP included a goal of no significant weight change for 30 or 180 days. The CP interventions included monitor closely for weight gain/loss.During an interview on 8/11/25 at 11:33 AM, the RD stated, I did not really Residents Affected - Few (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 2 Event ID: 555827 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 555827 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/11/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Atherton Park Post-Acute 1275 Crane Street Menlo Park, CA 94025 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 0692 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete know why he was losing weight; he was eating very well. The RD stated that part of her responsibility is to assess the cause of weight loss and if the resident is not eating well, to recommend nutritional supplements, if appropriate. The RD was asked if she reassessed Resident 1. The RD stated, I was not able to. I was not able to speak with the patient (Resident 1) if he wanted supplements. The RD added, We should be investigating why they (residents) lost weight. From there, we formulate interventions.During an interview on 8/11/25 at 12:36 PM, Resident 1's attending physician stated that Resident 1's weight loss was unintentional but it was desirable for him. if it continues, the nutritionist (RD) should take a look for any reason for this (weight loss), then we go from there.Review of the facility's policy tiled, Nutrition (Impaired)/Unplanned Weight Loss -Clinical Protocol, revised on 8/2017 indicated Monitoring - 1. The physician and staff will monitor nutritional status, an individual's response to interventions, and possible complications of such interventions (for example, additional weight gain or loss.)Review of the facility document, titled JOB DESCRIPTION Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, last revised on 11/2017, indicated The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist provides nutritional analysis and guidance to individual residents to treat and prevent disease. They also work closely with the Dietary Department to maintain good nutritional standards and process improvement. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assesses the nutritional needs of residents.Provides resident with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist resident in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.Identifies malnourished residents as well as residents at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Event ID: Facility ID: 555827 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 0692GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F692 - Assisted nutrition and hydration

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 11, 2025 survey of ATHERTON PARK POST-ACUTE?

This was a inspection survey of ATHERTON PARK POST-ACUTE on August 11, 2025. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at ATHERTON PARK POST-ACUTE on August 11, 2025?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health."

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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