F 0559
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice
before a change is made.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide written notice, including the reason for
the change, before the resident's room or roommate in the facility is changed for 1 of 5 (Resident #23)
residents reviewed for room changes.The facility failed to notify Resident #23's RP of room changes on
11/25/25. This failure could place residents at risk for decreased quality of life being in a new
environment.Findings included:Record review of Resident #23's annual MDS assessment, dated 12/24/25,
reflected Resident #23 was a [AGE] year-old male, who admitted to the facility on [DATE]. The resident's
diagnoses included neurological conditions (any disorder of the nervous system), cerebral palsy (a group of
disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture), and seizure disorder or epilepsy (a chronic
brain disorder in which groups of nerve cells, or neurons, in the brain sometimes send the wrong signals
and cause seizures). Resident #23's BIMS score was not completed due to the resident being rarely/never
understood. Record review of Resident #23's progress notes dated 11/25/25 10:27 AM completed by LVN A
revealed Resident adjusting to the room change, no changes in sleep or behavior.Observation and an
attempted interview on 02/18/25 at 1:40 PM revealed Resident #23 was in his room lying in bed. An
interview was attempted with Resident #23, but the resident did not respond. The resident did not exhibit
any signs of distress.Interview on 02/20/26 at 10:52 AM, Resident #23's RP revealed she had visited
Resident #23 in January 2026. RP stated she went to Resident #23's room, but the resident was not in the
room. The RP stated she had to look around and had to ask staff where Resident #23 was moved too. The
RP stated she was never notified via phone or received a notice that resident was moved to a different
room. The RP stated when staff were asked why Resident #23 was moved, staff only stated it was due to
safety concerns but no actual answer.Interview on 02/20/26 at 12:04 PM, LVN A revealed Resident #23 had
been in her previous room for a while. She stated Resident #23 was moved closer to the nurses' station due
to safety concerns, resident tends to have behaviors like messing with his g-tube or putting himself on the
floor. LVN A stated she did not notify the family of Resident #23 room change, she stated it would had been
the Social Worker's responsibility. Interview on 02/20/26 at 12:26 PM, the Social Worker revealed it was her
and the ADON's responsibility to notify the family of resident's room change. She stated she could not recall
or was not aware of Resident #23 room change. The Social Worker stated she had not contacted Resident
#23's RP to notify them of any room change. She stated maybe the nursing staff contacted the RP when
Resident #23 was moved. She stated family should be notified prior to a resident moving to another room
and document that family was made aware. She stated family should be made aware so that when they
visit, they know where the resident was located. Interview on 02/20/26 at 1:52 PM, ADON B revealed
Resident #23's room change happened months ago. She stated she could not recall the exact month.
ADON B stated the resident's family should be notified when a resident moved to another room and it was
the responsibility of the Social Worker to notify family. She stated
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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.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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she was not sure if Resident #23's RP was notified of his room change. She stated family or RP should be
notified so that family is okay with the room change. Interview on 02/20/26 at 2:46 PM, the DON revealed it
was the responsibility of the Social Worker to notify family when a room change occurs. She stated
Resident #23 was moved due to room temperature problems, and they wanted the resident closer to the
nurses' station. The DON stated she was not sure if Resident #23's RP was made aware of the room
change. She stated family should be notified because they had to give consent to the move. Interview on
02/20/26 at 4:20 PM, the Administrator revealed his expectations were for the resident, the resident's
family/RP to be notified prior to a room change. Record review of facility Admissions - Room
Assignments/Room Changes policy, revised March 2017, reflected the following: A resident will be admitted
to the first available room that meets his/her medical needs. Room assignments are made without regard to
race, color, creed, national origin, or payment source.9. Room changes are made for the following reasons:
a. Change in level of care; b. Incompatibility with roommates; c. Resident or Resident Representative
request; and d. Medicare eligibility (if applicable)10. All needs and requests for room changes will be
handled by Social Services and/or the DON and supporting documentation will be maintained in the
resident's medical record to include the reason for the room change.11. The resident or resident's
representative when applicable, will receive notice to include the reason for the change before the
resident's room or roommate in the facility is changed or a new admission by using the ROOM
CHANGE/NOTIFICATION FORM AD-166. A note will be provided in the medical record when a notice has
been given as to who was given the notice and the reason for the change in resident's room or roommate.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676101
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/20/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents received treatment and
care in accordance with professional standards of practice for 1 of 25 residents (Resident #23) reviewed for
quality of care.The facility failed to complete a swallow study referral for Resident #23 when it was
requested during a care plan meeting on 01/29/26. This failure could place all residents at risk of not being
provided adequate care and treatment.Findings included:Record review of Resident #23's quarterly MDS
assessment, dated 12/24/25, reflected Resident #23 was a [AGE] year-old male, who admitted to the
facility on [DATE]. The resident's diagnoses included neurological conditions (any disorder of the nervous
system), cerebral palsy (a group of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture), and
seizure disorder or epilepsy (a chronic brain disorder in which groups of nerve cells, or neurons, in the brain
sometimes send the wrong signals and cause seizures). Resident #23's BIMS score was not completed
due to the resident being rarely/never understood. The MDS Section K - Swallowing/Nutritional Status
indicated the resident's nutritional approach was a feeding tube. Record review of Resident #23's care plan,
revised date 02/02/26 reflected, Focus: [Resident #23] has a swallowing problem r/t Cerebral Palsy. NPO,
tube feeding status. Mild protein calorie malnutrition. Goal: The resident will maintain weight and nutritional
balance through the review date. The resident will have clear lungs, no signs and symptoms of aspiration
through the review date. Interventions: Diet to be followed as prescribed. NPO, Tube feeding status.Record
review of Resident #23's progress notes dated 01/29/26 10:27 AM completed by Social Worker revealed A
care plan meeting and PASRR meeting was held for [Resident #23] today with MDS Nurses, PASRR
Habilitation and ILS Coordinators, DOR and SW in attendance as well as [Resident #23] guardian [name]
via telephone. [Resident #23] remains in long term care under Medicaid coverage. [Guardian Name]
provided an updated copy of [Resident #23] Guardianship papers. [Resident #23] will continue monthly Hab
services and weekly ILS services as well as therapy services including PT, OT and ST. [Resident #23] was
seen by Podiatry on 1/15/26. [Guardian Name] requested a new MBSS study on [Resident #23] through
Speech Therapy services. She had no other concerns.Observation and an attempted interview on 02/18/26
at 1:40 PM revealed Resident #23 was in his room laying in bed. Resident #23 was not able to answer
questions due to his condition. The resident did not appear to be in distress or discomfort.Interview on
02/20/26 at 10:52 AM, Resident #23's RP revealed a care plan meeting was held on 01/29/26 and
requested for a swallowing study to be completed for Resident #23. RP stated she would like to know if
Resident #23 was able to eat and if so maybe Resident #23's g-tube could be removed. RP stated she had
not heard back from the facility and would like the swallow study to be completed. Interview on 02/20/26 at
12:04 PM, LVN A revealed she was the nurse assigned to Resident #23. She stated Resident #23 had a
g-tube. LVN A stated she was not aware of any swallow study request. Interview on 02/20/26 at 12:18 PM,
the DOR revealed Resident #23 was receiving PT and OT services. He stated he was not aware of any
swallowing study being requested. The DOR stated he attended the care plan that was held for Resident
#23 on 01/29/26. He stated he does not recall a swallowing study being requested during the care plan
meeting. The DOR stated he reached out to Speech Therapist and confirmed that no request for a swallow
study had been made. The DOR stated if a swallow study had been requested it would usually take about a
week for the referral to be completed. Interview on 02/20/26 at 12:26 PM, the Social Worker revealed she
attended Resident #23's care plan meeting that was held on 01/29/26. She stated a swallow study was
requested by Resident #23's RP. She stated that since the DOR attended the meeting, she assumed the
DOR would had followed up on the request. She stated each department attends the care plan
Residents Affected - Few
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
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Residents Affected - Few
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meetings and was aware of what needed to be done. The Social worker stated each department was
responsible for each service request. She stated request for services should be completed prior to the next
care plan meeting and it was not acceptable if not done.Interview on 02/20/26 at 1:52 PM, ADON B
revealed she does not attend care plan meetings unless asked too. She stated she was not aware of any
swallow study request for Resident #23. She stated therapy attends care plan meeting and they would had
been responsible for putting in a referral or if she was made aware she could had done the referral. ADON
B stated a referral time frame would be completed within a week of request. She stated there was no
potential risk to the resident; however, if family request a service it should be followed on and completed.
Interview on 02/20/26 at 2:46 PM, the DON revealed she sometimes attends care plan meeting if needed
but usually the MDS Coordinator attends. She stated she did not attend the care plan meeting for Resident
#23 on 01/29/26. She stated she was not aware Resident #23's RP requested a swallow study. She stated
usually the nurses would be notified of the request, they would put in a referral and provide it to therapy.
The DON stated if a service was requested during a care plan meeting it would be the responsibility of the
team to notify the department. She stated her expectation was for someone to notify the department of the
request of service and to follow up on it. She stated there was no potential risk; however, it should had been
completed or followed up on the request. Interview on 02/20/2026 at 3:32 PM, Speech Therapist revealed
Resident #23 was not receiving speech therapy services. She stated she was not aware of any swallow
study request for Resident #23. She stated usually the nursing staff would notify her, and a referral would
be completed. Speech Therapist stated the DOR did not mention any swallow study request during a care
plan meeting to her. Interview on 02/20/26 at 4:20 PM, the Administrator revealed when a family requested
a swallow study his expectations were for the facility staff to follow up, notify the DOR and complete the
referral. Record review of facility Resident rights policy, received October 4, 2022, reflected the following:
Federal and state laws guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of this facility. These rights include the
resident's right to: z. perform services for the facility if he or she chooses, or refuse to perform services for
the facilityRecord review of facility Speech Therapy policy, revised 2013, reflected the following: The
purpose of this procedure is to identify, assess and treat speech and language problems including
swallowing disorders.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676101
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/20/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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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 - Some
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and
serve food in accordance with professional standards for food safety in the facility's only kitchen. 1.The
facility failed to ensure the stand-by freezer food items were dated, labeled, and secured. 2. The facility
failed to ensure the stand-by refrigerator food items were dated with the date opened or expiration date,
labeled with the contents in the clear package or box, and secured and tightly sealed according to the
facility policy. 3. The grease in the deep fryer was dirty with blackened grease and food particles around
edges. These failures could place residents at risk for foodborne illness and foodborne intoxication.Findings
included: Observation on 02/18/2026 at 9:30 AM of the walk-in refrigerator revealed:- Open carton of 30
eggs located on bottom shelf not in dated box.- 1 cup of labeled prune juice on shelf with no date that had
turned clear. Cup was leaking.- 2 bags of chicken that were not labeled and dated.- Box of lemons not
labeled and dated. 1 rotten lemon in box. Observation of 02/18/2026 at 9:40 AM the walk-in freezer
revealed:- 6 bags of frozen mini pizzas not labeled and dated. In an interview with the RD revealed that the
DM was out on leave and the RD had been making visits to the facility to monitor the dietary department.
The RD will follow up with the dietary staff to make sure food is properly labeled and dated. Observation on
02/18/2026 at 9:50 AM, revealed the deep fryer had a thick build-up of brown and black grease with food
particles around the inside edges. There was grease that had run off the edges and down the sides and
front of the deep fryer. The deep fryer was stationed beside the stove in the kitchen. In an interview on
02/18/2026 at 9:55 AM, the Dietary cook C acknowledged the deep fryer had old grease in it. Dietary cook
C revealed the deep fryer should be cleaned once a week. The dietary cook stated that the kitchen had
been short staffed, and the grease had not been changed for two weeks. Dietary staff is responsible for
cleaning the deep fryer every week. In an interview on 02/18/2026 at 10:00 AM, with RD revealed she
acknowledged the deep fryer needed to be cleaned. The RD stated that the dietary aide is assigned to
clean the deep fryer. [NAME] D is working as the dietary aide today in the kitchen and will clean the fryer
today. The RD will monitor this when she makes her visits to the facility. The RD revealed she has not been
the RD at the facility very long. The DM has been out on leave and had been making more visits to the
facility to monitor the dietary department. In an interview on 02/20/2026 at 4:00 PM with Administrator
revealed that he was not aware of the deep fryer was not being cleaned by dietary staff. The Administrator's
expectation is that there will be a cleaning schedule implemented, and the deep fryer will be cleaned on a
regular basis. Administrator's expectations are for all food to be labeled and dated in the walk-in refrigerator
and freezer. Review of the facility's Food Storage policy, revised 06/01/19, reflected, To ensure that all food
served by the facility is of good quality and safe for consumption, all food will be stored according to the
state, federal and US Food Codes and HACCP guidelines. Policy Interpretation and Implementation.- Date,
label and tightly seal all refrigerated foods using clean, non-absorbent, covered containers that are
approved for food storage. - Store all frozen meats, poultry, seafood, fruits and vegetables, and some dairy
products, such as ice cream, in the freezer at a temperature that maintains the frozen state of the foods.
Policy did not reveal dating, labeling, sealing all freezer foods. Review of the facility's General Kitchen
Sanitation, dated 10/01/18, reflected: The facility recognizes that food-borne illness has the potential to
harm elderly and frail residents. All Nutrition & Foodservice employees will maintain clean, sanitary kitchen
facilities in accordance with the state and US Food Codes to minimize the risk of infection and food borne
illness. Clean food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles and similar cooking devices and the cavities
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676101
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/20/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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and door seals of microwave ovens at least once a day; except for hot oil cooking equipment and hot oil
filtering systems Record review of facility policy Cleaning Services dated 10/01/18, reflected: The facility will
maintain a cleaning schedule prepared by the Nutrition & Foodservice Manager and followed by employees
as assigned in order to ensure that the kitchen is clean and free of hazards. The Nutrition & Foodservice
Manager will develop a cleaning schedule for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning. Sample forms for daily
cleaning, weekly cleaning and monthly cleaning follow this policy. Record review of the U.S. FDA Food
Code 2022 reflected: 3-302.12 Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food: Except for
containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working
containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food
establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified
with the common name of the food. Section 3-501.17 . Commercial processed food: Open and hold cold . B
. 1. The day the original container is opened in the food establishment shall be counted as Day 1. 2. The day
or date marked by the food establishment may not exceed a manufacturer's use-by date if the manufacturer
determined the use-by date based on food safety . C. 2. Marking the date or day of preparation, with a
procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the
premises, sold, or discarded as specified under (A) of this section. 3. Marking the date or day the original
container is opened in a food establishment, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date
or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under (B) of
this section. Definitions 3 . Food Receiving and Storage - When food, food products or beverages are
delivered to the nursing home, facility staff must inspect these items for safe transport and quality upon
receipt and ensure their proper storage, keeping track of when to discard perishable foods and covering,
labeling, and dating all PHF/TCS foods stored in the refrigerator or freezer as indicated. 3-501.16
Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. (A) Except during preparation, cooking,
or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under S3-501.19, and except as
specified under (B) and in (C) of this section, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall
be maintained: (1) At 57 C (135 F) or above. (2) At 5 C (41 F) or less .4-601.11 Equipment, Food-Contact
Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used:47. Proper
installation and location of equipment in the food establishment are important factors to consider for ease of
cleaning in preventing accumulating of debris and attractants for insects and rodents.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676101
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/20/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgmar Medical Lodge
6600 Lands End Court
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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F 0814
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly for 1 of 2
(Dumpster #1) dumpster sites. The facility failed to ensure the doors were completely shut on Dumpster #1.
This failure could place residents at risk of an unsanitary environment and could attract pests, rodents and
other animals.Findings included: Observation on 02/18/2026 at 10:15 AM near the facility's dumpsters,
revealed the lid was closed and one door was open on dumpster #1, exposing trash. Dumpster D the lid
was closed and doors were closed. Interview on 02/18/2026 at 10:15 AM, the Dietary [NAME] D stated
kitchen staff took out the trash from the kitchen. He stated the dumpster doors and lids were supposed to
be closed, and the area should be clean. He stated if not, it could look bad, be unsanitary and could bring
pests. Interview on 02/20/2026 at 4:00 PM, the Administrator stated staff were responsible for taking trash
outside to the dumpsters. The Administrator stated his expectations are the dumpster doors should be
closed all the way and trash should be picked up. With the doors being open, it would bring in rodents.
Record review of the facility's Garbage Receptacles policy, revised 06/01/19, reflected: The facility will
maintain garbage receptacles in a clean and sanitary manner to minimize the risk of food hazards. It shall
be constructed to have tight fitting lids, doors or covers and stored in a manner that is inaccessible to
insects and rodents with doors/lids kept closed and no waste outside of the receptacle.
Residents Affected - Some
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