F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and
homelike environment for residents, staff and public for one (room # 411 vent) of seven vents observed and
reviewed for environment. The facility failed to ensure the vent in room [ROOM NUMBER] was clean and
free of dust particles. These deficient practices placed residents at risk for illness and decreased quality of
life.Findings included:During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 2:03 pm the Maintenance Director stated the
vent/AC register was responsible for directing the air. The Maintenance Director looked at the picture of the
vent from room [ROOM NUMBER], and he stated that it was probably dust and needed to be cleaned. The
Maintenance Director stated he would think it would have an impact on the residents, dust in their room, but
was not sure of medical issues. The Maintenance Director said the dust in the vent of room [ROOM
NUMBER] was not brought to his attention.During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 2:50 pm the DON looked
at the picture of the vent in room [ROOM NUMBER] and stated that it was a vent with all dust and it could
cause respiratory problems. She stated that meant the facility was not cleaning the vents. The DON stated
Housekeeping and Maintenance were responsible for cleaning the vents in the building. The DON stated
the managers should be checking the vents during their morning rounds.During an interview on 10/13/2025
at 3:34 pm the housekeeping supervisor stated she gives her staff a daily schedule. Housekeeping
supervisor stated cleaning the vent was part of their daily cleaning schedule, with the duster on the surface,
but they couldn't get thorough cleaning. The Housekeeping supervisor stated they have to get maintenance
to open the vent for thorough cleaning. The Housekeeping supervisor stated she has climbed on the ladder
and taken the vent cover out to clean thoroughly but that was about a year ago. The Housekeeping
supervisor stated she was not sure if cleaning the vent had an impact on the residents' health.During an
interview on 10/13/2025 at 4:03 pm the Administrator stated the facility had been working on the vents in
the facility but did not know the vent in room [ROOM NUMBER] was that dirty. The Administrator stated the
dirty vent could potentially cause respiratory issues, but she had not had complaints regarding
vents.Review of facility's policy revised June 2011 titled cleaning and disinfecting non-critical Resident
-Care items reflected: Purpose--The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for disinfection of
non-critical resident-care items.Preparation--Assemble the equipment and supplies as needed.Review of
facility's policy dated revised 06/30/2025 titled Cleaning and Disinfection of Resident-Care Items and
Equipment reflected: Policy Statement --Resident-care equipment, including reusable items and durable
medical equipment will be cleaned and disinfected according to current CDC recommendations for
disinfection and the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
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)
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Facility ID:
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Event ID:
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 - Few
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interviews and record review, the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services including
procedures that assure the accurate acquiring and administering of all drugs to meet the needs of each
resident for one resident (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for medication administration in that:
Resident #1 was not administered her Clonazepam 0.5 MG (anti-anxiety medication-- is a benzodiazepine
medication used to treat panic disorders, certain seizure disorders, and movement disorders) for 3 days
from 09/23/2025 to 09/25/2025 due to the facility not obtaining medication from the pharmacy. This failure
could place residents on anti-anxiety medication at risk for increased anxiety and depression and change in
ADLs.Findings included:Review of Resident #1's undated face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female who
was admitted on [DATE] with the following dx. Major Depressive Disorder, recurrent, moderate (a mood
disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss on interest), Panic Disorder [episodic
paroxysmal anxiety] (a panic disorder is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical
reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (a condition
characterized by excessive or unrealistic anxiety about two or more aspect of life), Bipolar Disorder,
recurrent episode mixed (a condition where a person experiences episodes that contain both manic and
depressive symptoms at the same time and that these episodes happen repeatedly).Review of Resident
#1's quarterly minimum data set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] reflected a brief interview for mental
status (BIMS) score of 15, indicating no cognitive impairment. Section I, Active Diagnoses reflected: Anxiety
Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder. Section N, Medications reflected antidepressant and Anticonvulsant
medications were given in the last 7 days. Antianxiety and antipsychotic were not checked.Review of
Resident #1's care plan initiated 12/24/2024 reflected Resident #1 required staff assistance for meeting
emotional, intellectual, physical and social needs related to physical limitations. Care plan initiated
09/25/2024 reflected, resident uses anti-anxiety medications Clonazepam and Hydroxyzine related to
Anxiety with intervention to administer ANTI-ANXIETY medications as ordered by physician. Monitor for
side effects and effectiveness Q-SHIFT.Review of complaint file with HHSC dated 10/02/2025 reflected:
From 09/19/2025 to 09/24/2025, The Resident [Resident #1] was without her CLONAZEPAM, for anxiety,
because the facility was unable to get her medication from the pharmacy.Review of Resident #1's physician
orders reflected an order dated 09/22/2025 for Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth at
bedtime related to BIPOLAR DISORDER, CURRENT EPISODE MIXED, MILD, to start 09/23/2025.Review
of Resident #1's Narcotic count sheet reflected 30 pills of Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG was delivered for
Resident #1 on 08/18/2025, started taking on 8/19/2025 and was completed on 09/22/2025, zeroing out. It
was also revealed that Resident #1's next Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG pills were delivered on
09/26/2025.Review of Resident #1's MAR for the month of September reflected:Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG
Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime related to BIPOLAR DISORDER, CURRENT EPISODE MIXED, MILD
and for the dates of 09/23/205, 09/24/2025 and 09/25/2025 signed by RN A, it indicated the number 6. The
meaning for the number #6 on the MAR reflected: other/see progress notes.Review of Resident #1's
progress notes dated 09/23/2025 at 10:54 pm, 09/24/2025 at 10:46 pm and 09/26/2025 at 00:02 am written
by RN A reflected: Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime related to BIPOLAR
DISORDER, CURRENT EPISODE MIXED,on order.Review of Resident #1's progress notes dated
09/25/2025 at 3:19 pm written by LVN B reflected: Spoke with [XXX] at Pharmacy, to send Clonazepam
today.Review of Resident MAR indicated behavior monitoring dated 09/24/2025 which reflected : Behavior
monitoring Anti- Psychotic Q Shift: 0.None 1.Afraid 2.Agitated 3.Angry 4.Anxious 5.Mood change 6.Noisy
7.Restless 8.
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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
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 - Few
Withdrawn/crying 9.Crying 10.Combative 11. every shift related to BIPOLAR DISORDER, CURRENT
EPISODE MIXED, MILD. There were no monitoring done on 09/24/2025 and the nurses indicated 0 on
09/25/2025 meaning no behavior noted. Review of Resident #1's progress notes from 09/22/2025 through
09/26/2025 did not reflect staff notifying Resident ‘s NP/MD for Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG.During an
interview on 10/13/2025 at 10:31 am Resident #1 stated the staff usually do not give her medication and
would say she refused her medication.Observation on 10/13/2025 at 1:55 pm reflected there were 13 pills
of Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG left on the blister packet of pills for Resident #1 which was delivered on
09/26/2025.During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 2:25 pm, LVN B stated she called the local pharmacy on
09/25/2025 regarding Resident #1's Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG to be delivered. LVN B stated she was not
sure if Resident #1 was out of Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG or if she was low on her Clonazepam Tablet 0.5
MG. LVN B stated the medication aides would know if Resident #1 was out of Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG.
LVN B stated the process for reordering a narcotic medication was to call the pharmacy to see if a new
prescription was needed or whatever, if new prescription was needed, contact the physician. LVN B stated
all narcs needed a new prescription from the MD. LVN B stated an authorized agent could call the
pharmacy for resident's narcotics and the DON was the only authorized agent in the facility. LVN B stated
she did not notify the DON of Resident #1 needing Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG.During an interview on
10/13/2025 at 2:50 pm the DON stated Resident #1 did not get the Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG on 09/23,
09/24 and 09/25/2025, because the pharmacy did not send the medication. The DON stated Resident #1's
Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG decreased from BID to once a day at night on 09/22/2025. The DON stated she
was not made aware that Resident #1's Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG was not available or not delivered by
the pharmacy. The DON stated she should have been made aware because she was the only agent in the
facility to call the pharmacy for narcotic medication reordering. The DON stated Resident #1 not taking her
Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG could make her more depressed, mood will be different and will have increased
anxiety. The DON stated if she had known, she would have done a medication error report and trained her
nurses. The DON stated nighttime medications were given by the night shift nurses.During an interview on
10/14/2025 at 08:29 am, RN A stated she worked with Resident #1 on 09/23/2025 through 09/25/2025. RN
A stated Resident #1 had ordered Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG to be given at bedtime, but the medication
was not available for those 3 days. RN A stated she documented in Resident 1's progress notes that
Clonazepam Tablet 0.5 MG was on order. RN A stated, that was her mistake; she should have called the
pharmacy to find out and then call the DON to call the medication in to the pharmacy. RN A stated she did
not notify the DON that the medication was not available, and she did not notify the NP/MD. RN A stated
Resident #1 had other medications for sleep and anxiety, so she was not anxious during those 3 days.
Review of facility's policy dated 10/01/2025 titled Ordering and Receiving Medications from PharmacyOrdering and Receiving Non-Controlled Medications reflected: PolicyAll medication orders will be faxed to
the pharmacy or submitted via EHR using the ‘MOST ORIGINAL order. The most original order may be a
telephone order, new admission physician order sheet or an interim physician order sheet. All medications
are ordered and dispensed in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. The supply quantity and
packaging will be in accordance with pharmacy policy unless otherwise specified by physician order. The
facility maintains accurate records of medication order and receipt. It will be the responsibility of the facility
to re-order the medication to avoid any lapse in therapy. Direction Change order for existing residentsA. The
Most Original order must be faxed to the pharmacy along with any relevant discontinuation order.B. Indicate
the time that the doses are due on the Physician's Order Sheet. Medications will be sent to meet the next
dose time requirements.3. ReadmissionA. The Most Original order must be faxed to the
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Event ID:
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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
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 - Few
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pharmacy with a face sheet and cover sheet to clarify a resident's status.B. Nurses MUST COMMUNICATE
to the pharmacy which medications need to be dispensed based on the readmission medication list.
Review current medication stock to avoid duplication and the patient's pay plan upon readmission.C. Use a
fax cover sheet and indicate the time that the next doses are due, for the medications that are
needed.Review of facility's policy dated 10/01/2025 titled Medication Monitoring-Medication Error and
Incident Reporting reflected: PolicyTo define the process for reporting an actual or potential event that is
inconsistent with usual operating procedures or pharmaceutical care, or an accident or incident that poses
a potential hazard. Injury does not necessarily occur. The perception of a client, visitor, or associate's
potential for injury and/or property damage is sufficient to document on a medication error report. Examples
of reportable incidents include but are not limited to:5. Non-Compliance6. Customer/Client Complaint7.
Transportation Issue (i.e., failure to deliver contracted services)8. OtherReview of facility's policy revised
10/01/2019 titled Medication Policies- Ordering and Receiving Medications from Pharmacy- Ordering
Controlled Substances and CII Original Prescriptions reflected: PolicyBefore a controlled drug can be
dispensed, the pharmacy must be in receipt of a clear, complete, and signed written or e-prescribed
prescription from a person lawfully authorized to prescribe. A chart order is not equivalent to a prescription
for controlled drugs. Therefore, the prescriber issuing the chart order must also provide the pharmacist with
a valid prescription. The written prescription may be faxed to the pharmacy for long-term care facility
residents.To facilitate effective communication, documentation, and aid in prevention of medication errors,
medication orders should be clear and concise and free of potentially dangerous
abbreviations.ProcedureThe director of nursing and the consultant pharmacist maintain the facility's
compliance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations in the handling of controlled medications. Only
authorized licensed nursing, medical and pharmacy personnel have access to controlled medications.2.
Schedule II controlled medications prescribed for a specific resident are delivered to the facility only if a
written or e-prescribed prescription has been received by the pharmacy prior to dispensing. When
reordering Schedule II controlled substances, order at least 7 days in advance of need to allow for
transmittal of the required written prescription to the pharmacist. Suggest reorder in 5 days for Schedule III
-V. The prescriber is contacted for directions when delivery of a medication will be delayed, or the
medication is not or will not be available.Review of facility's policy revised 10/01/2019 titled Medication
Policies- Ordering and Receiving Medications from Pharmacy- Receiving Controlled Substances reflected:
PolicyMedications included in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) classification as controlled
substances and medications classified as controlled substances by state law are subject to special
ordering, receipt, and record keeping requirements by the facility in accordance with federal and state laws
and regulations.The Director of Nursing, in collaboration with the consultant pharmacist, maintains the
facility's compliance with federal and state laws and regulations in the handling of controlled substances.
Only authorized, licensed nursing and pharmacy personnel have access to controlled
substances.Controlled substances are reordered when a 5-day supply remains to allow for transmittal of
the required written prescription to the pharmacist.
Event ID:
Facility ID:
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No. 0938-0391
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute and serve food in
accordance with professional standards for food service safety. for 1 of 1 kitchen observed in that:The
facility failed to ensure the water dispenser in the main dining hall was clean.The facility failed to ensure the
sinks in the kitchen were clean.The facility failed to ensure the Resident's drink area in the kitchen was
clean.The facility failed to ensure the vent in the kitchen was closed and clean.The facility failed to ensure
there were no broken tiles in the kitchen.These deficient practices placed residents at risk for illness and
decreased quality of life.Findings included:Observation on 10/13/2025 at 10:02 am reflected the water
dispenser/drinking fountain in the main dining area had brown-colored liquid in the drip tray that looked
slimy with tiny particles. Observation on 10/13/2025 at 10:05 am the kitchen sink was brown-colored and
there were two small brown pellets on the drain strainer. The sink had black area at the back directly under
the faucet.Observation on 10/13/2025 at 10:07 am kitchen vent without cover and the other vent was cover
with dust.Observation on 10/13/2025 at 10:08 am the countertop of the drinks area had brown
stains.Observation on 10/13/2025 at 10:09 am revealed there were cracked tiles in the kitchen under the
sinks which created tripping hazard for staff. During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 12:34 pm, the
Administrator stated the water dispensers were checked at least daily and she checked it daily on her daily
morning rounds. The Administrator stated she expected the water dispenser to be clear, clean, no residual.
The Administrator stated housekeeping staff was supposed to make sure the water dispenser was clean.
The Administrator stated most of the Residents drink from the water dispenser due to the hard water
system in the city. During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 12:55 pm the Dietary aide said everybody in the
kitchen was responsible for the cleaning. The Dietary aide looked at the picture of the kitchen sink and
counter area and stated she had never seen an area like that. She also stated she did not know who was
responsible for cleaning the water dispenser in the dining area. The Dietary aide stated one of the vents in
the kitchen had been open for a while, but she couldn't recall how long. During an interview on 10/13/2025
at 1:05 pm the [NAME] stated everyone was responsible for cleaning certain things in the kitchen. The
[NAME] stated the Dietary aide was responsible for cleaning the drinks area. The aide was responsible for
cleaning that sink because that was her area. The [NAME] said the Dietary manager was responsible for
ensuring tasks were completed in the kitchen based on the cleaning list. The [NAME] stated dietary staff
had to initial once their cleaning task was completed. The [NAME] stated the vent in the kitchen had been
opened since she started working at the facility about 3 months ago. The [NAME] stated she spoke with the
Dietary Manager about the vent being opened. The [NAME] stated the vent was supposed to have a filter to
prevent dust or anything else from coming in. The [NAME] also stated the cracked tiles had been like that
since she started working at the facility and the Administration was aware. During an interview on
10/13/2025 at 1:22 pm the Dietary Manager stated she started a cleaning log in August 2025 to make sure
the staff were cleaning their work areas. The Dietary Manager stated she checked the cleaning log daily.
The Dietary Manager looked at the picture from the kitchen sink and the drinks area and stated the drinks
area was [NAME], and the sink had mold, and it was like that when she started her position and had gotten
better. The Dietary Manager stated the mold was not supposed to be in the sink, it was gross, it could
cause sickness to the residents. The Dietary Manager stated the Dietary aide was responsible for cleaning
the sink and the drinks area and she was responsible for ensuring the cleaning was completed. The Dietary
Manager stated the vent in the kitchen had been open for a while
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Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
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If continuation sheet
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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
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
and it was not ok to remain open because anything like debris could come in. The Dietary Manager stated
the Maintenance Director was aware of the open vent. The Dietary Manager stated she was told the
Maintenance Director and the Housekeeping Supervisor were responsible for cleaning the water dispenser.
The Dietary Manager stated she checked the water dispenser in the dining area at about lunchtime, and it
had coffee in the drip tray. When the Dietary Manager looked at the pictures and stated, no, this is not what
I saw, this is not coffee, this was dirt. The Dietary Manager stated the water dispenser was clean now, she
had cleaned it. During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 2:03 pm the Maintenance Director stated there were 2
water dispensers in the facility, 1 in the dining area and 1 in the lobby. The Maintenance Director stated he
checked the water dispensers every morning and when they were dirty and he let the housekeeper know to
clean it. The Maintenance Director stated he checked the water dispenser in the lobby and the Dietary
Manager checked this morning and it didn't seem dirty. The Maintenance Director looked at the picture of
the water dispenser and stated it did not look like that yesterday; it looked clean. The Maintenance Director
stated the water dispenser did not look good, it was dirty, it was going to have an impact on the residents; it
needed to be clean. The Maintenance Director stated he had not checked the rooms' vents since he had
been in the facility for about 2 months and it was not on his to-do list. He stated he was not sure if it was
supposed to be checked. The Maintenance Director stated the vent/AC register was responsible for
directing the air. The Maintenance Director stated the vent in the kitchen was brought to his attention about
a week or 2 weeks ago and he was working on it. The Maintenance Director stated the vent/AC register in
the kitchen needed to be replaced. The Maintenance Director stated the air will not be directed properly due
to the vent being opened. During an interview on 10/13/2025 at 2:50 pm the DON stated she sometimes
looked at the water dispenser and refills them. The DON looked at the water dispenser pictures and stated
it was gross. The DON stated she wouldn't get water from the water dispenser like that because it might
have bacteria or mold. The DON stated about 1/2 of the residents in the facility get their own water from the
water dispenser. The DON stated she hasn't gone into the kitchen since the new manager started. The
DON looked at the photos of the kitchen and stated 1 was the sink next to coffee pot and the black
substance was a mildew not from the hard water, and the sink looked like it had not been cleaned. The
DON looked at the other picture and stated that was the countertop by the juices. The DON stated it looked
greasy. The DON stated Housekeeping and Maintenance were responsible for cleaning the vents in the
building. The DON stated the managers should be checking the vents during their morning rounds. The
DON stated the vent in the kitchen was from the roofers and they were supposed to come back and fix it.
The DON stated there was food in the kitchen, and there shouldn't be an open hole. During an interview on
10/13/2025 at 3:34 pm the housekeeping supervisor stated she gives her staff a schedule daily.
Housekeeping supervisor stated cleaning the vent was part of their daily cleaning schedule, with the duster
on the surface, but they couldn't get thorough cleaning. The Housekeeping supervisor stated they have to
get maintenance to open the vent for thorough cleaning. The Housekeeping supervisor stated she has
climbed on the ladder and taken the vent cover out to clean thoroughly but that was about a year ago. The
Housekeeping supervisor stated she was not sure if not cleaning the vent had an impact on the residents'
health. The Housekeeping supervisor stated she did not know who was responsible for cleaning the water
dispensers in the dining area. She stated the water dispenser in the lobby was cleaned by the housekeeper,
the one in the kitchen she didn't know. The Housekeeping supervisor stated she did not know if
housekeepers or maintenance were supposed to be cleaning the water dispensers. During an interview on
10/13/2025 at 4:03 pm the Administrator stated the vent in the kitchen had addressed numerous times with
corporate, she had
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
675445
If continuation sheet
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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
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
been going back and forth with the corporate office and it had been like that since she had been in the
facility for about a month. The Administrator stated there was a hole in the kitchen from the vent covering
not being present, dust and debris could come in and that was not safe, it was a huge concern. The
Administrator stated she took pictures of the flooring in the kitchen, the cracked tiles and sent them to the
Maintenance Director. The Administrator stated the tile was loose in the kitchen and that was a slip hazard
for staff which was unsafe. The Administrator stated the sink in the kitchen looked like it had rust, could
potentially grow mold due to being moist. The Administrator stated she saw stains by the juice machine;
they look rusty, it should be clean. The Administrator stated the Dietary Manager did not use the sink with
the rust and the mold. Review of facility's policy dated revised August 2025 titled Sanitization reflected:
Policy Statement --The food service area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner.Policy
Interpretation and Implementation-- All kitchens, kitchen areas and dining areas shall be kept clean, free
from litter and rubbish and protected. All utensils, counters, shelves and equipment shall be kept clean,
maintained in good repair and shall be free from breaks, corrosion, open seams, cracks and chipped areas
that may affect their use or proper cleaning. Seals, hinges and fasteners will be kept in good repair. FIXED
EQUIPMENT-1. Fixed equipment will be routinely cleaned and maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's directions.2. Staff members will be trained in the cleaning and maintenance of all
equipment.3. Food contact equipment will be cleaned and sanitized after every use.4. Non-food contact
equipment will be clean and free of debris15. Kitchen and dining room surfaces not in contact with food
shall be cleaned on a regular schedule and frequently enough to prevent accumulation of grime.16. The
Food Services Manager will be responsible for scheduling staff for regular cleaning of kitchen and dining
areas. Food service staff will be trained to maintain cleanliness throughout their work areas during all tasks,
and to clean after each task before proceeding to the next assignment. Review of facility's policy dated
December 2009 titled Maintenance Service reflected: Policy Statement--Maintenance service shall be
provided to all areas of the building, grounds, and equipment.Policy Interpretation and Implementation1.
The maintenance department is responsible for maintaining the buildings, grounds, and equipment in a safe
and operable manner at all times.2. Functions of maintenance personnel include, but are not limited to:1.
maintaining the building in compliance with current federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and
guidelines.2. maintaining the building in good repair and free from hazards.3. maintaining the fire alarm
system and emergency generator system in good working order.4. maintaining the heat/cooling system,
plumbing fixtures, wiring, etc., in good working order.5. maintaining lighting levels that are comfortable and
assuring that exit lights are in good working order.6. establishing priorities in providing repair service.7.
maintaining the paging system in good working order.8. maintaining the grounds, sidewalks, parking lots,
etc., in good order.9. providing routinely scheduled maintenance service to all areas.10. others that may
become necessary or appropriate.3. The maintenance director is responsible for developing and
maintaining a schedule of maintenance service to assure that the buildings, grounds, and equipment are
maintained in a safe and operable manner.4. A copy of the maintenance schedule shall be provided to each
department director so that appropriate scheduling can be made without interruption of services to
residents.5. Maintenance personnel shall follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule.6.
Changes in maintenance schedules must be approved by the maintenance director.7. Maintenance
personnel shall follow established infection control precautions in the performance of their daily work
assignments.8. The maintenance director is responsible for maintaining the following records/ reports.1.
Inspection of building.2. Work order requests.3. Maintenance schedules.4. Authorized vendor listing; and5.
Warranties and
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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
675445
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/18/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Flatonia Healthcare Center
624 N Converse St
Flatonia, TX 78941
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 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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guarantees.9. Records shall be maintained in the maintenance director's office.10.Maintenance personnel
shall follow established safety regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all concerned. Review of
facility's policy revised June 2011 titled cleaning and disinfecting non-critical Resident -Care items reflected:
Purpose--The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for disinfection of non-critical resident-care
items. Preparation--Assemble the equipment and supplies as needed. Review of facility's policy dated
revised 06/30/2025 titled Cleaning and Disinfection of Resident-Care Items and Equipment reflected: Policy
Statement --Resident-care equipment, including reusable items and durable medical equipment will be
cleaned and disinfected according to current CDC recommendations for disinfection and the OSHA
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
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