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Inspection

STERLING OAKS REHABILITATIONCMS #6764179 citations on this visit
9 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 9 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0645 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities 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 ensure individuals with mental health disorders were provided an accurate PASARR for 1 of 4 residents (Residents # 44) reviewed for PASARR Level 1 screenings. Residents Affected - Few The facility failed to correctly code Resident #44's PASARR Level I assessment for mental illness, which resulted in the resident not receiving a PASARR Level II evaluation. This failure could affect residents with mental illness placing them at risk for a diminished quality of life and not receiving necessary care and services in accordance with individually assessed needs. Findings include: Record review of Resident #44's admission record revealed the resident was a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. His diagnoses included: schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type (feelings of euphoria, racing thoughts), Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms (mental health condition of persistently depressed moods), delusional disorder (a belief of altered reality), paraplegia, unspecified (inability to move lower body) and PTSD (anxiety and flashbacks). Record review of Resident #44's PASARR level 1 screening dated 06/02/21 revealed Resident #44 was negative for mental illness, intellectual disability, and developmental disability. Record review of Resident #44's admission MDS dated [DATE] revealed he had a BIMS score of 12 out of 15 which indicated his cognition was moderately impaired. Resident #44 required extensive assistance of one to two staff assist with bed mobility and required extensive assistance of one to two staff assist for transfers, dressing and toilet use. Resident # 44 was incontinent of bladder and bowel. His active diagnoses included psychotic disorder, schizoaffective disorder, depressive type, and schizophrenia. Record review of Resident #44's physician order dated 09/13/2022-10/13/2022 revealed an order for Seroquel dated 09/01/20-open ended, tablet: 25 mg: amt 25mg: oral [DX: Delusional disorders] at bedtime: 08:00 PM and Zoloft (sertraline) dated 04/29/22-open ended, tablet: 50 mg: amt: 1 tab: oral [DX Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms] Once a day: 08:00 AM. Observation and interview with Resident #44 on 10/11/22 at 9:37 AM, revealed he was in bed with the head of his bed partially raised and starring at the wall. Resident # 44 stated with a blank expression on his face I'm okay. (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 14 Event ID: 676417 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0645 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm During an interview on 10/13/22 at 02:16 PM the DON confirmed psychotic disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD qualified as mental illness diagnosis for PASARR and there should have been a PASARR Level II conducted. The DON stated the MDS nurse should have followed through with the PASARR screening because the risk of not doing so would be the resident would not get the needed services they qualified for. Residents Affected - Few Interview on 10/13/22 at 02:32 PM, MDS LVN A stated Resident #44's PASARR was not correct because of his schizoaffective disorder, Major depressive disorder with psychotic symptoms, and PTSD diagnosis. She stated the MDS nurse was responsible for following up on PASARR triggers. The MDS LVN A stated the risk of not following up on PASARR triggers is the residents would not get the services they need. Record review of the NF policy on PASARR Documentation Policy revised November 01, 2017, read in part: This policy is intended as a general guide for the PASARR process. 1. PASARR requires that: A. All applicants to a Medicaid -certified nursing facility are evaluated for mental illness and or intellectual disability, prior to admission and; B. Offered the most appropriate setting for their needs which may be in the community, a nursing facility, or an acute care setting, and: C. Receive necessary services in those settings to address any specific need related to the diagnosis of mental illness or intellectual disability. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident which included measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that were identified in the comprehensive assessment for 2 of 7 residents (Residents #105 and #77) reviewed for comprehensive assessments. -The facility failed to ensure Resident #105's comprehensive care plan reflected the use of antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. -The facility failed to ensure Resident #77's comprehensive care plan reflected the resident was receiving physical therapy services. These failures could place residents at risk of not receiving the care and treatment listed in the care plan and could lead to a diminished quality of care. Findings include: Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #105 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included shortness of breath, depression, and peripheral vascular disease. Record review of Resident #105's comprehensive MDS assessment, dated 09/23/2022, revealed the BIMS score was 14 out of 15, which indicated intact cognitive mental status. Further view of section N0410 revealed Resident #105 was coded for receiving antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 09/21/22, revealed an order for duloxetine capsule, delayed release(DR/EC); 30 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Twice A Day 09:00 AM, 05:00 PM. Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 09/21/22, revealed an order for Xarelto (rivaroxaban) tablet; 20 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Once A Day 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Further review, revealed an order, dated 09/21/22, for clopidogrel tablet; 75 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Once A Day 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM Record review of Resident # 105's care plan, initiated 09/22/22, revealed the resident was not care planned for receiving antidepressant or anticoagulant medications. Record review of Resident # 105's care plan, after surveyor's intervention revealed a care plan initiated 9/22/22 and revised on 10/12/22 read in part: .Problem: High risk for increase bleeding R/T BLOOD THINNING AGENT Resident currently takes: [ ] Coumadin [ ] Lovenox [ ] Heparin [ x] ASA [x] Other Xarelto, plavix, alteplase Goal: [Resident #105] will have no side effects from medication.Approach: Monitor for side effects. Notify MD if bleeding is not stopped with pressure. Soft bristle tooth brush for brushing teeth Problem: Resident #105 is at risk for adverse consequences R/T receiving antidepressant medication (Duloxetine) for treatment of Depression.Goal: Resident #105 will not exhibit signs of drug related (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm side effects or adverse drug reaction. Approach: Assess/record effectiveness of drug treatment. Monitor and report signs of sedation, hypotension, or anticholinergic symptoms. Monitor Resident #105's mood and response to medication . Resident #77 Residents Affected - Some Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #77 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included diffuse traumatic injury without loss of consciousness, unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, and cognitive communication deficit. Record review of Resident #77's comprehensive MDS assessment, dated 09/13/22, revealed the BIMS score was 12 out of 15, which indicated moderately impaired cognitive mental status. Record review of Resident #77's Comprehensive Care Plan, dated 9/13/22, revealed therapy was not care planned. In an interviewed with Physical Therapist on 10/13/22 at 1:13p.m., she said Resident #77 started receiving PT, OT and speech therapy on 7/12/22 and was D/C on 8/12/22 due to change of payor source. Resident #77 resumed therapy on 09/09/22 to end on 11/07/2022. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:13p.m., with MDS Nurse A and MDS Nurse B, MDS Nurse A said foley, g-tube, falls, dialysis, meds, PT services had to be care planned. She said, pretty much it's a group effort. Initial baseline care plan was initiated by the floor nurse, since they were the first contact with the resident. The MDS nurses updated the care plan quarterly and on change of condition to add behaviors and follow up on falls. She said ADONs were responsible for care plan on antidepressants, foley and [NAME]. MDS Nurse B said she was responsible/assigned for completing Resident#105's MDS and update the comprehensive care plan quarterly. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:21p.m., with ADON A, she said the floor nurses completed the baseline care plan and ADON looked over it. She said, all the department heads could add on the comprehensive care plan. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:36p.m., with the DON, she said the care areas that were triggered on CAAs were care planned. She said antidepressant meds were care planned as it gave the indication of having depression or risk of depression, anticoagulants for bleeding and services required. She said nursing was responsible for updating and completing the comprehensive care plan. She said it was important to update the care plan because nurses followed the care plan. No policy on care plan was provided on exit. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0695 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. 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 residents who needed respiratory care were provided such care, consistent with professional standards of practice for 2 of 4 residents (Resident #34 and #105) reviewed for respiratory care in that: Residents Affected - Some -The facility failed to ensure Residents #34's and #105's physician orders for oxygen use were followed. This deficient practice could affect residents, who received oxygen therapy, and could result in residents receiving incorrect or inadequate oxygen support and could result in a decline in health. Finding included: Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #34 revealed a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included depression, congestive heart failure and hypertension. Record review of Resident #34's Comprehensive MDS, dated [DATE], revealed the BIMS score was 99 out of 15, revealed her staff assessment for mental status was conducted due to the resident was unable to complete the brief interview for mental status questions. She was assessed as having short term memory problems, long term memory problems, and cognitive skills for daily decision making was severely impaired never/rarely made decision. Further review of Section O0100: Resident was not coded for receiving oxygen therapy. Record review of Resident # 34's Care plan initiated 12/8/21 and revised on 2/5/22 revealed resident was not care planned for receiving oxygen therapy. Record review of Resident #34's physician order dated 6/5/22 revealed an order for albuterol sulfate solution for nebulization; 0.63 mg/3 mL; amt: 3ml; inhalation twice a day 09:00 AM, 05:00 PM. Further review 22 revealed an order, dated 09/16/22, for O2 at 2 liters per minute via nasal cannula Every Shift PRN An interview and observation on 10/11/22 at 9:16 a.m. of Resident #34 revealed he was lying in his bed. He had a nasal cannula in place and an oxygen concentrator at his bedside. The concentrator was on and set to deliver 10 LPM (liters per minute). The oxygen tubing and the nebulizer mask were not dated. During an observation and interview on 10/11/22 at 9:28 a.m., ADON A confirmed Resident #34's concentrator was on and set to deliver between 10 LPM (liters per minute). The oxygen tubing was not dated. Further observation revealed a nebulizer mask was sitting on top of the side drawer in a clear bag, not dated. ADON A said she did not know Resident's oxygen administration orders. She said the tubing was changed weekly by the floor nurse. She said there should have been a date written to show when the tubing/neb mask was last changed. She said the ADONs were responsible to ensure the tubing was changed. She said that the importance of changing the tubing it was best infection control practice. In an interview and observation on 10/12/22 at 10:10 a.m., of Resident #34 revealed he was lying in (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0695 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some his bed. He had a nasal cannula in place and an oxygen concentrator at his bedside. The concentrator was on and set to deliver 10 LPM (liters per minute). The oxygen tubing was not dated. Observation and interview on 10/12/22 at 10:12a.m., this Surveyor reviewed Resident #48's physician orders with RN AA. RN AA said the order was for resident to receive 2 LPM every shift. She said, he was decompensating last week so we turned it up a little. I noticed he was on 10 L this morning at 10:00 am. His 02 stats were 99% so I texted and notified the physician. She said the physician told her to decrease O2 according to the order. She said if the resident had COPD, it could make it worst. She said, more is not always better it was important to follow physician's order. Resident#105 Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #105 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included shortness of breath, depression, and peripheral vascular disease. Record review of Resident #105's Comprehensive MDS, dated [DATE], revealed the BIMS score was 14 out of 15, which indicated intact cognitive mental status. Further view of section O0100: Resident was not coded for receiving oxygen therapy. Record review of Resident # 105's Care plan initiated 9/22/22 and revised on 10/12/22 revealed resident was not care planned for receiving oxygen therapy. Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 9/21/22, revealed an order for O2 at 2 liters per minute via nasal cannula Every Shift - PRN Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 9/22/22 revealed an order for EQUIPMENT Oxygen: Change O2 tubing/nasal cannula/mask/humidification system weekly Once A Day on Sun 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM. An interview and observation on 10/11/22 at 9:43 a.m. of Resident #105 revealed she was lying in her bed. She had a nasal cannula in place and an oxygen concentrator at her bedside. The concentrator was on and set to deliver 2 LPM (liters per minute). The oxygen tubing was not dated. During an observation and interview on 10/11/22 at 9:46a.m., ADON A confirmed Resident #105's concentrator was on and set to deliver between 2 LPM (liters per minute). The oxygen tubing was not dated. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:36p.m., with the DON, she said the oxygen tubing was changed weekly on Sundays by the night shift nurses and the ADON checked weekly to ensure, as it placed risk for infections. She said it was important to adhere to the physician's order for respiratory and COPD. She said Resident#34 changed the setting and it was later adjusted as ordered. She said the nurses should be checking the oxygen setting daily to follow physician order. At the time policy on following physician order was requested. Record review of facility's Respiratory Policies and Procedures, revised 04/01/22, read in part: .Subject: Equipment Change schedule. Policy: The facility shall have a schedule for changing (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0695 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm disposable equipment at regular intervals as determined by manufacturer recommendations and local community policies. Procedures: Equipment will be changed as follows: Equipment: Nasal Cannula-change on and as needed basis or per state regulations . No policy on following physician's orders was provided on exit. Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 7 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0757 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. 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 ensure each resident's drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs, to include adequate monitoring for 2 of 5 residents (Resident #34 and #105) reviewed for unnecessary medications. Residents Affected - Some -The facility failed to monitor the side effects for Resident #34 and #105's antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. This deficient practice could place residents at risk of increased behaviors, negative outcomes, and a decline in health. Findings include: Resident#34 Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #34 revealed a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses which included depression, congestive heart failure, and hypertension. Record review of Resident #34's comprehensive MDS assessment, dated 09/14/22, revealed the BIMS score was 99 out of 15, revealed her staff assessment for mental status was not conducted due to the resident being unable to complete the brief interview for mental status questions. She was assessed as having short term memory problems, long term memory problems, and cognitive skills for daily decision making was severely impaired, and the resident never or rarely made decisions. Further review of Section
N0410 revealed Resident #34 was coded for receiving antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. Record review of Resident # 34's care plan, initiated 12/8/21 and revised on 2/5/22, revealed the following: Problem: Resident # 34 has a DX of Depression and receives Anti-Depressants daily. Goal: Resident # 34 will have no unaddressed complications through the next review date. Approach: Monitor for side effects of antidepressant: dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, urinary retention, appetite changes, headache, insomnia, dyspepsia, weigh changes; notify MD if side effects are observed Record review of Resident #34's physician orders, dated 10/8/22 revealed an order for duloxetine capsule, delayed release(DR/EC); 60 mg; amt: 1 cap; oral Special Instructions: Give after breakfast Once A Day 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Further review revealed an order, dated 06/02/22, for Eliquis (apixaban) tablet; 2.5 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Twice A Day 09:00 AM, 05:00 PM . (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 8 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0757 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Record review of Resident #34's MAR and TAR, for October 2022, revealed no documentation of nursing staff monitoring Resident #34 for possible side effects of antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. Resident #105 Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #105 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included shortness of breath, depression and peripheral vascular disease. Record review of Resident #105's comprehensive MDS assessment, dated 9/23/22, revealed the BIMS score was 14 out of 15, which indicated intact cognitive mental status. Further view of section N0410 revealed Resident #105 was coded for receiving antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. Record review of Resident # 105's care plan, initiated 9/22/22 and revised on 10/12/22 read in part: . Problem: High risk for increase bleeding R/T BLOOD THINNING AGENT Resident currently takes: [ ] Coumadin [ ] Lovenox [ ] Heparin [ x] ASA [x] Other Xarelto, plavix, alteplase Goal: [Resident #105] will have no side effects from medication. Approach: Monitor for side effects. Notify MD if bleeding is not stopped with pressure. Soft bristle tooth brush for brushing teeth Problem: Resident #105 is at risk for adverse consequences R/T receiving antidepressant medication (Duloxetine) for treatment of Depression. Goal: Resident #105 will not exhibit signs of drug related side effects or adverse drug reaction. Approach: Assess/record effectiveness of drug treatment. Monitor and report signs of sedation, hypotension, or anticholinergic symptoms. Monitor Ms. Narinesingh's mood and response to medication . Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 9/21/22, revealed an order for duloxetine capsule, delayed release(DR/EC); 30 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Twice A Day 09:00 AM, 05:00 PM Record review of Resident #105's physician orders, dated 9/21/22, revealed an order for Xarelto (rivaroxaban) tablet; 20 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Once A Day 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Further review revealed an order, dated 09/21/22, for clopidogrel tablet; 75 mg; amt: 1 tab; oral Once A Day 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM Record review of Resident #105's MAR and TAR, for October 2022, revealed no documentation of nursing staff monitoring Resident #105 for possible side effects of antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 10:12a.m., RN AA said nurses monitored for possible side effects of antidepressant and anticoagulant medications. She said nurses documented presence or absence of side effects on the TAR every shift for complications and monitoring. She said the nurse who entered the order into the system, should have added the order to monitor for the drug side effects. She said (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 9 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0757 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some the ADON went through the new orders the following day. She said it was important to monitor s/sx for anticoagulant for excessive bruising, bloody stool. Antidepressants were monitored for behaviors to be put on or taken off. If it's the right dose, effective, or appropriate treatment for the resident. Record review and interview on 10/12/22 at 11:02a.m. with ADON A revealed the Surveyor reviewed Resident # 34 and #105's physician orders. The ADON A said the admission nurse entered the orders upon admission, including the antidepressant/anticoagulant monitoring. The next day, ADON A followed up that the orders were entered. She said Resident #34 was moved from long term hall 200 to skilled hall 400. Therefore, she did not reconcile/check his orders. She said she overlooked Resident #105's orders. She said, it was missed. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:36p.m., with the DON, she said any nurse could enter the order to monitor for the drug side effects and the ADON checked. She said the ADON was responsible for ensuring orders were transcribed, reconciled and entered. She said the facility monitored for side effects and behaviors with any antidepressant medications and excessive bleeding for anticoagulant medications. She said nursing staff documented antidepressant/anticoagulant side effect monitoring in the TAR for complications and monitoring. Record review of facility's Anticoagulation Monitoring Program (revision 12/10/2018) read in part: .Policy: Administration of anticoagulants to patients/residents is based on a defined management program to individualize the care provided to each patient/residents. The management of the program with individualized care will reduce the likelihood of harm to patient/residents associated with the use of anticoagulation therapy. Procedures: 17. Adverse effects of medication must be reported to the nursing supervisor and should be documented in the patient's/resident's chart per facility policy. A. Adverse effects may include, but are not limited to: 1) red or tarry stools, spitting or coughing up blood, heavy bleeding during menstruation, pin red, or dark brown urine, coughing or vomiting coffee ground substance, any unusual bleeding or bruising . Record review of facility's Psychotropic Drugs policy (revision 7/1/2016) read in part: .Procedures: A. Antidepressants: Residents/patients should be monitored closely for worsening of depression and/or suicidal behavior or thinking, especially during initiation of therapy and during any change in dosage. Targeted behaviors, number of behavior episodes, intervention, outcome and side effects will be monitored by qualified staff each shift and total number of behaviors will be totaled for each shift at the end of the month . FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 10 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0761 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some 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. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that drugs and biologicals used in the facility were stored properly in accordance with professional standards of practice in one of two facility units (Unit #100), reviewed for labeling and storage of drugs and biologicals, in that: The facility failed to ensure there were no expired medications in the medication room on Unit #100. These failures placed residents, in Unit #100, at risk of receiving expired medications or having adverse reactions. Findings Include: An observation on 10/12/22 at 8:25 a.m. on Unit #100, inside of the medication room, revealed the following expired medications: Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray, USP, 50 mcg per Spray with an expiration date of 08/2021, Geri-Lanta Regular strength antacid and antigas with an expiration date of 06/22, Acetaminophen SUP 650 MG with an expiration date of 08/18/21, Lidocaine HCL 1% injection, USP 200/20ml (10mg/ml) with an expiration date of 09/01/21, UltraTuss Guaifenesin expectorant, with an expiration date of 07/22, Lactulose Soln 10GM/15ML with an expiration date of 02/08/21, and Budesonide Inhalation Suspension, 0.5mg/2 ml with an expiration date of 07/18/20. During an interview on 10/12/22 at 8:35 a.m., the DON stated she was not aware of the expired medications in the medication room. She stated the nurses on each unit were responsible for ensuring there were no expired medications in the medication rooms. The DON stated the risk of having expired medications in the medication storage room is that it could have been given to a resident and could cause unwanted side effects. During an interview on 10/12/22 at 01:32 p.m., LPN C stated all the nurses was responsible for checking to ensure there were no expired medications in the medication storage rooms. LPN C stated expired medications given to the residents will not have the correct potency and could cause unwanted side effects. Record review of the NF policy on Medication Storage revised April 01, 2022, read in part: .Medications and biologicals are stored safely, securely and properly following manufactures' s recommendations or those of the supplier. 12.Outdated, contaminated, or deteriorated medications and those in containers that are cracked, soiled, or without secure closures are immediately removed from stock . FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 11 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0814 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly for 1 of 1 dumpster reviewed for dietary services. Residents Affected - Few -The facility failed to ensure the dumpster doors were secured. This failure could place residents at risk of the infestation of vermin and pests as a result of the unsecured dumpster door. Findings include: An observation on 10-11-22 at 8:45 am revealed the facility's dumpster area, which was in the lot behind the dietary department, had a commercial-size dumpster 1/2 full of garbage, and the door was open. During an interview on 10-11-22 at 9:00 am with the Dietary Food Service Manager, she stated that the dumpster lids always must be closed to keep vermin, pests and insects out of the dumpster and from entering the facility. Record review of facility's Nutrition Services policies and procedure - Subject Waste Disposal dated August 2020 revealed: Waste will be disposed of in a manner to prevent transmission of disease, nuisance or breeding place for insects and feeding places for rodents and other animals. Procedures: . 5. Cover waste containers and close dumpster always. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 12 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. 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 maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections for 1 of 5 residents (Resident #71) reviewed for infection control, in that: Residents Affected - Few The facility failed to ensure the Wound Care Nurse performed hand hygiene when moving from a dirty to clean site, while performing Resident #52's wound care. This failure could place residents at risk for or infections. Findings included: Record review of the admission sheet for Resident #52 revealed she was [AGE] year-old female admitted on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE]. Her diagnoses included pressure ulcer of sacral region, bacterial intestinal infection, and acute kidney failure. Record review of Resident#52's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 8/15/2022, revealed a BIMS score of 15 out of 15 indicating intact cognition. Further review revealed Resident #52 was at risk of developing pressure ulcer or injuries. Record review of Resident#52's care plan, initiated 4/28/22 and revised on 10/12/22, revealed the following read in part: . Problem: Actual Pressure Ulcer(s) _Stage IV pressure ulcer to sacrum. Cleanse with normal saline ,pat dry and apply calcium alginate daily until resolved. Air mattress offloading. Goal: The resident's wound(s) will decrease in size to_____ (specify), there will be no new pressure ulcer development, and comfort will be maintained. Approach: Wound team to evaluate wound(s), treatments and healing weekly. Wound care as ordered. See treatment record . Record review of Resident#52's physician order, dated 4/28/22, revealed an order to Cleanse wound to sacrum with normal saline, apply Aliginate , cover wound with dry dressing daily. Every Shift Observation on 10/12/22 at 9:55 a.m., revealed the Wound Care Nurse performing wound care on Resident #52. Observation of the wound care revealed a dressing, dated 10/11/22, on a wound to sacral area approximately 1 cm in diameter. The Wound Care Nurse did not clean the sacral wound from the inside to out. The Wound Care nurse then removed her soiled gloves, without sanitizing/washing her hands, donned new gloves and continued the wound care treatment. The Wound Care Nurse applied calcium alginate and covered with a dry dressing. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 9:57 a.m. with the Wound Care Nurse, she said she was not a certified wound care nurse. She said she had her competency check sometime in June 2022 with the previous (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 13 of 14 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 676417 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation 25150 Lakecrest Manor Dr Katy, TX 77493 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 0880 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few DON. She said she did not perform hand hygiene between the gloves change because there was no drainage. She said, if there was drainage, I would have sanitized my hands between gloves change as it placed risk for infections. She said the facility provided in-servicing on infection control or hand hygiene every month or every other month; she could not recall the exact date. In an interview on 10/12/22 at 2:36p.m., with the DON, she said she expected staff to follow standard infection control techniques; to perform handwashing before the treatment, between gloves change and after as it placed risk for infections. She said staff were provided training on infection control and hand hygiene monthly and competency check off were done quarterly to include hand hygiene, pericare and wound care. She said she spot checked staff once a month. She said the potential risk to the resident, due to this failure, was cross contamination. The DON said the facility did not have a policy on hand washing. The facility used competency check offs for hand washing as their policy. Record review of facility's competency: Hand Washing included procedure and steps on how to perform hand washing. The competency did not state washing or sanitizing hands between glove changes. Record review of the in-service, conducted on 10/12/22 by the DON to the Wound Care Nurse read in part: .Title hand hygiene in wound management. Objectives of the in-services: wash hands before & after removing gloves. Hand hygiene is considered a primary measure for reducing the risk of transmitting infections among patients & health care personnel. Hand Hygiene procedures include: hand washing w/soap & water. Alcohol-based hand rubs (containing 60%-95%) alcohol . Record review of Wound Care Nurse Competency titled: Dressing, simple: Application Of dated 10/12/22 read in part: .10. Removes old dressing. 11. Inspects wound, notes any odors, 12. Discards of dressing and gloves appropriately. 13. Washes hands . Record review of Wound Care Nurse Competency tilted: Dressing-Dry: Application Of dated 10/12/22 read in part: .8. Removes old dressing. 9. Inspects wound, notes any odors, measures as needed.10. Discards of dressing and gloves appropriately. 11. Washes hands . FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676417 If continuation sheet Page 14 of 14

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9 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.

  • 0695GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F695 - Respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

  • 0757GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F757 - Unnecessary Drugs—General

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

  • 0324GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0645GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F645 - Preadmission Screening for individuals with a mental disorder and individuals

    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

  • 0923GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F923 - Have adequate outside ventilation by means of windows, or mechanical

    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

  • 0656GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F656 - Comprehensive Care Plans

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0761GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    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.

  • 0814GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F814 - Food Safety Requirements

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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What happened during the October 13, 2022 survey of STERLING OAKS REHABILITATION?

This was a inspection survey of STERLING OAKS REHABILITATION on October 13, 2022. The surveyor cited 9 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at STERLING OAKS REHABILITATION on October 13, 2022?

Yes, 9 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed."

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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