Inspection Reports for Lone Tree Retirement Community, LLC

801 E GRANT, KS, 67864

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was in compliance with all regulations. Earlier inspections showed multiple deficiencies primarily related to resident dignity and privacy, discharge documentation, assessment accuracy, food safety and sanitation, garbage disposal, staffing data reporting, and infection prevention and control practices. Complaint investigations included substantiated issues such as failure to provide adequate nursing assessment after an elopement and inadequate supervision related to malfunctioning door alarms, as well as staff-to-resident abuse resulting in immediate jeopardy and enforcement actions in 2017. Enforcement actions included civil monetary penalties and potential termination threats in past years, but no fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports for recent inspections. The facility appears to have addressed prior deficiencies effectively, with the most recent surveys showing full compliance and correction of earlier issues.

Deficiencies (last 10 years)

Deficiencies (over 10 years) 13.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

120% worse than Kansas average
Kansas average: 6 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

16 12 8 4 0
2013
2014
2015
2017
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 33 residents

Based on a August 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.

Census over time

21 28 35 42 49 56 Apr 2013 Jul 2014 Jan 2017 Aug 2017 Nov 2021 Aug 2025
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Nov 19, 2025
Visit Reason
An offsite revisit survey was conducted to verify correction of all previous deficiencies cited on 08/21/25.
Findings
All previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as of the compliance date of 10/01/25, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 33 Deficiencies: 8 Aug 21, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a Health Recertification Survey and complaint survey regarding allegations in KS00194531.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to treat residents with dignity and privacy, failure to provide a written discharge summary, inaccurate resident assessments, unsanitary food storage and preparation practices, improper disposal of garbage, incomplete payroll-based journal staffing data, inadequate infection prevention and control practices including failure to use enhanced barrier precautions and hand hygiene, and lack of a qualified infection preventionist.
Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint survey regarding allegations identified as KS00194531.
Severity Breakdown
SS = D: 2 SS = E: 2 SS = F: 3 SS = C: 1
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to treat residents in a dignified manner with privacy during care involving mechanical lifts.SS = D
Failure to provide a written discharge summary or recapitulation of stay for a discharged resident.SS = D
Failure to accurately complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for multiple residents regarding alarms, pressure ulcers, medications, dental status, and diet.SS = E
Failure to prepare and serve food under sanitary conditions, including improper food storage, unsealed and unlabeled food items, and dirty kitchen equipment.SS = F
Failure to properly maintain and dispose of kitchen garbage and refuse, including uncovered garbage cans.SS = F
Failure to submit complete and accurate staffing information to Payroll-Based Journaling (PBJ), including inaccurate reporting of licensed nursing coverage.SS = C
Failure to utilize Enhanced Barrier Precautions and adequate hand hygiene during care of residents with infections, and failure to deliver food in a sanitary manner.SS = E
Failure to designate a qualified Infection Preventionist with specialized training in infection prevention and control.SS = F
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 8 Resident census: 33 Dates with no licensed nursing coverage reported in PBJ: 12 Date of survey completion: Aug 21, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrative Staff AInfection PreventionistNamed as facility IP without health-related degrees; responsible for infection control program.
Administrative Nurse DAdministrative NurseAssisted with infection prevention tasks; confirmed deficiencies in privacy, discharge summary, assessments, and infection control.
Certified Nurse Aide MCNAObserved failing to provide privacy during mechanical lift use and inadequate hand hygiene.
Certified Nurse Aide SCNAObserved failing to perform hand hygiene and use gowns during care of infected resident.
Consultant Staff GGConsultantProvided input on infection control expectations and IP qualifications.
Certified Dietary Manager BBCertified Dietary ManagerReported on food storage and sanitation deficiencies.
Licensed Nurse GLicensed NurseConfirmed infection control deficiencies and PPE requirements.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 8 Aug 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Lone Tree Retirement Community in response to an Annual and Complaint Survey conducted from August 19, 2025 to August 21, 2025.
Findings
The Plan of Correction addresses multiple deficiencies identified during the survey, including resident rights, discharge process, accuracy of assessments, food procurement and sanitation, garbage disposal, payroll based journal accuracy, infection prevention and control, and infection preventionist qualifications. The facility outlines immediate corrective actions, staff education, audits, and monitoring plans to ensure compliance and prevent recurrence.
Deficiencies (8)
Description
Resident Rights/Exercise of Rights
Discharge Process
Accuracy of Assessments
Food Procurement, Store/Prepare/Serve-Sanitary
Dispose Garbage and Refuse Property
Payroll Based Journal
Infection Prevention & Control
Infection Preventionist Qualifications Role
Report Facts
Survey dates: Annual and Complaint Survey conducted from 8/19/2025 to 8/21/2025 Date of compliance: 2025 Number of residents with corrected MDS: 5 Missing PBJ days corrected: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Casandra MittliederLNHASubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Felicia MajewskiModified the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Oct 3, 2023
Visit Reason
An offsite revisit survey was conducted on 10/03/23 for all previous deficiencies cited on 08/30/23.
Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected as of the compliance date of 09/26/23, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Report Facts
Previous deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 27 Deficiencies: 5 Aug 30, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was a Health Resurvey to evaluate the facility's compliance with respiratory care, food safety, staffing reporting, infection control, and equipment maintenance requirements.
Findings
The facility failed to provide proper respiratory care and cleaning of nebulizer equipment for residents, failed to maintain food safety and sanitization practices in the kitchen, failed to submit complete and accurate staffing information, failed to maintain infection prevention and control including hand hygiene during incontinent care, and failed to maintain a functioning dish machine.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2 SS=F: 2 SS=C: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide necessary respiratory care consistent with professional standards regarding nebulizer use and cleaning for Residents 26 and 27.SS=D
Failure to store foods safely and ensure proper sanitization and food handling practices to prevent foodborne illnesses.SS=F
Failure to submit complete and accurate staffing information to CMS through Payroll Based Journaling (PBJ).SS=C
Failure to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program, including failure to clean nebulizer equipment and failure to perform proper hand hygiene during incontinent care.SS=D
Failure to maintain mechanical, electrical, and patient care equipment in safe operating condition due to a non-functioning dish machine since 08/08/23.SS=F
Report Facts
Resident census: 27 Residents in sample: 12 Sanitizing sink chlorine concentration: 100 Dishwasher non-functioning since: Aug 8, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nurse Aide MCertified Nurse AideReported nebulizer machine remained on Resident 26's bed
Licensed Nurse GLicensed NurseReported staff should rinse out nebulizers after each use and cleanse with vinegar water
Administrative Nurse DAdministrative NurseExpected nursing staff to rinse nebulizers after each treatment and soak overnight; reported nursing staff do not monitor nebulizer treatment effectiveness
Dietary Staff CCDietary StaffWashed dishes manually due to broken dishwasher; unsure how to test chlorine levels
Dietary Supervisor BBDietary SupervisorInstructed dietary staff on chlorine testing; reported no log or schedule for chlorine testing
Certified Nursing Assistant NCertified Nursing AssistantFailed to remove soiled gloves and perform hand hygiene during incontinent care of Resident 16
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 5 Aug 30, 2023
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Meade District Hospital LTCU in response to deficiencies cited during the inspection on 8/30/2023.
Findings
The Plan of Correction addresses multiple deficiencies including nebulizer treatment policies, food storage and safety, staffing information reporting, infection control education, and dishwasher sanitization procedures. Each corrective action includes timelines and responsible parties.
Severity Breakdown
D: 2 F: 2 C: 1
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Updated policy for Nebulizer treatments including cleaning, storage, and oxygen saturation assessment before and after treatments.D
Food services must maintain clean food storage areas, inspect food upon delivery, store non-refrigerated food in designated dry storage, cover and date refrigerated foods, and monitor refrigerator temperatures.F
Policy for mandatory submission of uniform format staffing information reviewed; Director of Nursing responsible for timely reporting of PBJ information.C
Direct care nursing staff provided education on infection control, peri-care, and hand hygiene with annual training and check-offs.D
Dishwasher parts installed; chemical concentration for sanitization to be logged in place of water temperature when using three-sink method.F
Report Facts
Deficiency completion dates: Sep 26, 2023 Meeting dates: Sep 6, 2023 Meeting dates: Sep 12, 2023 Meeting dates: Sep 29, 2023 Training completion date: Sep 30, 2023 Dishwasher installation date: Aug 31, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sharon BlehmInfection Control and Risk ManagerSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jan 5, 2022
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on 01/05/22 for all previous deficiencies cited on 11/16/21.
Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected as of the compliance date of 12/11/21, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 3 Dec 11, 2021
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by the facility to address deficiencies cited in a prior inspection report.
Findings
The plan outlines corrective actions related to bed hold policies, oxygen use orders, and equipment cleaning and storage procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3 E: 2
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide proper notification and documentation regarding bed hold policies to residents, representatives, and DPOAs.D
Failure to update resident care plans with current oxygen use orders and proper documentation.D
Inadequate policy for cleaning and storage of oxygen delivery equipment including tubing and nebulizer treatment equipment.E
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 33 Deficiencies: 4 Nov 16, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a health resurvey and complaint investigation for Meade District Hosp LTCU DBA Lone Tree Retirement.
Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to treat a resident with dignity by not providing a privacy bag for an indwelling catheter, failure to provide bed-hold policy notice upon hospital transfer, failure to revise care plans to include oxygen care for residents receiving oxygen, and failure to properly clean, store, and change oxygen and nebulizer tubing for several residents.
Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint investigation identified by KS00156100.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 3 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure Resident 6 was treated with dignity by not providing a privacy bag for an indwelling catheter bag.SS=D
Failed to provide Resident 26 or representative with bed-hold policy upon hospital transfer.SS=D
Failed to revise care plans for Residents 9 and 28 to include care of oxygen received.SS=D
Failed to ensure proper respiratory care including routine changing and sanitary storage of oxygen and nebulizer tubing for Residents 9, 17, 25, and 28.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 33 Residents in sample: 12 Deficiency count: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse CLicensed NurseInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy, oxygen care, and nebulizer cleaning
Administrative Nurse BAdministrative NurseInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy, bed-hold policy, care plan expectations, and nebulizer cleaning
Certified Nurse Aide ECertified Nurse AideInterviewed regarding catheter bag privacy policy
Certified Nurse Aide GCertified Nurse AideInterviewed regarding oxygen use and storage
Certified Medication Aide ICertified Medication AideInterviewed regarding nebulizer cleaning and medication administration
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Nov 19, 2020
Visit Reason
A revisit survey was conducted on 11/18/20 and 11/19/20 for all previous deficiencies cited on 10/13/20.
Findings
All deficiencies have been corrected as of the compliance date of 10/30/20, and no new noncompliance was found. The facility is in compliance with all regulations surveyed.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Oct 20, 2020
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified in a prior survey, focusing on fall prevention and resident safety.
Findings
The facility identified deficiencies related to fall prevention, including lack of staff adherence to resident care plans and environmental risks. Corrective actions include staff education, updated care plans for residents at high risk of falls, and ongoing assessments to prevent future incidents.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility failed to ensure a safe environment free from accident hazards and adequate supervision to prevent falls.
Report Facts
Date of QAPI meeting: Oct 28, 2020 Date of incident review: Oct 20, 2020 Plan of Correction completion date: Oct 30, 2020
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dr. SchowengardtMedical DirectorAttended QAPI meeting reviewing deficiencies
Sharon BlehmRisk Management DirectorSubmitted the Plan of Correction to KDADS
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 13, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation involving multiple complaint numbers related to resident falls and supervision issues at the facility.
Findings
The facility failed to adequately supervise residents and thoroughly investigate falls for residents R6, R7, R8, and R10, resulting in serious injuries including fractures. The investigations and interventions were delayed or inadequate, and staffing shortages contributed to the failures in supervision and timely care.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by multiple complaints (#KS00156602, KS00155347, KS00156388, KS00155716, KS00156617, KS00156616, and KS00156729) regarding falls and supervision failures.
Severity Breakdown
SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to thoroughly investigate resident falls for R6, R7, R8, and R10 to determine root causes and tailor interventions to prevent avoidable accidents.SS=G
Report Facts
Facility census: 33 Fall investigation delay: 6 Staff on night shift: 3 Fall distance: 150 Voiding diary delay: 18
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA NCertified Nursing AssistantNamed in fall incident involving R6 where resident was left unattended leading to fracture
Administrative Nurse AAdministrative NurseReviewed fall video for R6 and identified staff failures; involved in fall investigations and interventions
LN DLicensed NurseInvolved in fall investigation and care of R6; failed to complete vital signs and fall report timely
CNA BCertified Nursing AssistantProvided care and described fall interventions for R6 and R8
CNA CCertified Nursing AssistantReported staffing concerns and described fall interventions for R6 and R7
CNA PCertified Nursing AssistantReported staffing shortages and fall concerns
LN MLicensed NurseReported staffing difficulties on evening shifts
LN HLicensed NurseNotified about R8's pain after fall
CNA ICertified Nursing AssistantDescribed toileting and fall interventions for R8 and R10
CNA OCertified Nursing AssistantReported lack of communication about resident toileting needs
LN JLicensed NurseDescribed fall interventions and resident condition for R10
LN KLicensed NurseDescribed toileting diaries and interventions for R10
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jan 9, 2020
Visit Reason
The health survey was conducted as a regulatory inspection to assess compliance with applicable regulations under 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, for long term care facilities.
Findings
The survey resulted in a finding of no deficiency citations with respect to the applicable regulations for long term care facilities.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 1 Jan 9, 2020
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to a health survey of the facility.
Findings
The health survey resulted in a finding of no deficiency citations with respect to applicable regulations under 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, for long term care facilities.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
No deficiency citations found in the health survey.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Deficiencies: 0 Jan 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The health survey was conducted as a regulatory inspection of the long term care facility to assess compliance with applicable regulations under 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B.
Findings
The survey resulted in a finding of no deficiency citations with respect to applicable regulations for long term care facilities.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Jan 17, 2019
Visit Reason
The document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to a health survey of the facility.
Findings
The health survey resulted in a finding of no deficiency citations with respect to applicable regulations under 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B, for long term care facilities.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Oct 17, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction related to a prior inspection at Meade District Hosp LTCU DBA Lone Tree Retirement.
Findings
The document does not contain specific findings or deficiencies; it is a form intended for the provider's plan of correction following an inspection.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Oct 17, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction related to a regulatory inspection of the facility.
Findings
No specific deficiencies or findings are detailed in the provided document; it appears to be a template or cover page for the plan of correction.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 4 Sep 13, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by the facility to address deficiencies identified in a prior inspection, aiming to ensure a safe and sustained environment for residents.
Findings
The facility plans to address medication errors, food safety and storage, narcotics security, and call system maintenance through updated policies, staff education, and monitoring reported at QAPI meetings.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1 E: 2 F: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Medication Error Rate to be less than 5% by clarifying conflicting orders and updating medication administration policy.D
Foods procured from approved sources and stored, prepared, distributed, and served under sanitary conditions with proper labeling and temperature control.E
Narcotics secured in separately locked permanently affixed compartments with a double lock system.E
Weekly preventative maintenance of the call system to verify functionality with logs maintained.F
Inspection Report Renewal Census: 35 Deficiencies: 1 Aug 21, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was a licensure resurvey to assess compliance with nursing facility regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure weekly testing of the call light system, performing only monthly checks, which could affect all 35 residents. Additionally, the facility did not provide a policy regarding call light preventative maintenance.
Severity Breakdown
SS=F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to perform weekly preventative maintenance on the call light system to verify functionality.SS=F
Report Facts
Residents present: 35
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
JMaintenance staffInterviewed regarding call light system testing frequency
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 7 Jun 27, 2017
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies reported on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction had been corrected.
Findings
All previously cited deficiencies were corrected as of 05/03/2017, with corrective actions completed and verified during this revisit.
Deficiencies (7)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.10(h)(1)(3)(i); 483.70(i)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.12(a)(1)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.12(a)(3)(4)(c)(1)-(4)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.12(b)(1)-(3), 483.95(c)(1)-(3)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.40(d)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.10(c)(2)(i-ii,iv,v)(3), 483.21(b)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(d)(4)-(6)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 7
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 7 May 3, 2017
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by the facility in response to deficiencies cited in a prior compliant inspection.
Findings
The Plan of Correction outlines multiple corrective actions including staff education on confidentiality, abuse prevention, reporting procedures, investigation protocols, and competency verification for Nurse Aides. It emphasizes immediate suspension of staff suspected of abuse and ongoing monitoring and support for affected residents.
Severity Breakdown
D: 3 F: 2 K: 1 L: 1
Deficiencies (7)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to treat resident information confidentially and safeguard protected health information.D
Inadequate staff education on Policy and Procedure for Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE).K
Failure to thoroughly investigate reports of abuse, neglect or injuries of unknown sources.L
Failure to suspend employees immediately pending investigation of suspected or witnessed abuse.F
Lack of psychosocial support and monitoring for residents involved in abuse allegations.D
Failure to communicate interventions and update resident care plans following incidents.D
Failure to verify Nurse Aide registry and competency evaluation prior to employment.F
Report Facts
Complete Date: May 3, 2017 QAPI team meeting date: May 11, 2017 Frequency: 3 Education frequency: 2 State agency reporting timeframe: 2 State report completion timeframe: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sharon BlehmRisk Management DirectorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 42 Deficiencies: 8 Apr 26, 2017
Visit Reason
Complaint investigation triggered by allegations of staff-to-resident abuse and resident-to-resident altercation, including a partially extended survey.
Findings
The facility failed to protect residents from abuse by staff, failed to immediately report and investigate abuse allegations, failed to provide social services after abuse incidents, failed to revise care plans after resident-to-resident altercations, and failed to verify nurse aide registry prior to employment. Several staff were terminated following substantiated abuse incidents. Immediate jeopardy was identified and abated with staff education and suspensions.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple allegations of staff-to-resident abuse including physical abuse and verbal mistreatment by direct care staff G and H, and resident-to-resident altercation involving resident #2 and resident #7. The investigation found credible evidence supporting abuse allegations leading to termination of staff. The facility failed to immediately report and investigate some allegations and failed to protect residents during investigations, placing all residents in immediate jeopardy.
Severity Breakdown
Level H: 2 Level F: 1 Level D: 2
Deficiencies (8)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to protect resident #1's confidentiality when staff text-messaged details of alleged mistreatment including the resident's name.
Failed to provide an environment free from abuse when staff G and H abused resident #1 and other residents, including physical abuse and verbal mistreatment.Level H
Failed to protect residents from abuse by allowing alleged perpetrators to continue working after abuse allegations until suspension.Level H
Failed to report a resident-to-resident altercation between resident #2 and resident #7 that occurred on 1/3/17.
Failed to develop and implement written policies and procedures to prohibit and prevent abuse and to investigate allegations, including protection of residents during investigations.
Failed to provide medically-related social services to resident #1 following an incident of staff-to-resident abuse to ensure psychosocial well-being.Level D
Failed to revise care plan for resident #2 following a resident-to-resident altercation/behavior to prevent future occurrences.Level D
Failed to document verification of nurse aide registry prior to employment for 4 nurse aides.Level F
Report Facts
Residents sampled for abuse: 6 Facility census: 42 Nurse aide files reviewed: 4 Nurse aides lacking documented registry verification: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Direct care staff GDirect Care StaffNamed in findings of abuse involving resident #1 and termination following investigation.
Direct care staff HDirect Care StaffNamed in findings of abuse involving residents #1, #4, #5, and #6 and termination following investigation.
Direct care staff DDirect Care StaffWitnessed abuse incident involving resident #1 and reported details via text message.
Administrative nurse KAdministrative NurseReceived abuse reports, directed text communication, and managed investigation and suspensions.
Licensed nurse FLicensed NurseReceived reports of staff behavior concerns and documented resident #4's complaint of hair pulling.
Direct care staff CDirect Care StaffReported verbal and physical abuse by staff H towards residents #5 and #6.
Administrative nurse QAdministrative NurseDid not report resident-to-resident altercation to State agency and confirmed lack of investigation.
Social service staff USocial Service StaffHad not provided social service follow-up to resident #1 after abuse incident.
Administrative staff SAdministrative StaffConfirmed policy gaps and registry verification issues.
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 3 Apr 26, 2017
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted on April 26, 2017, by the Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiencies at the facility to be F223, K", CFR 483.12(a)(1), F225, "L", CFR 483.12(a)(3)(4)(c)(1)-(4), which was determined to be immediate jeopardy, resulting in enforcement remedies including a civil monetary penalty and potential denial of payment and termination if substantial compliance is not achieved.
Severity Breakdown
immediate jeopardy: 2 Substandard Quality of Care: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency F223, K", CFR 483.12(a)(1)immediate jeopardy
Deficiency F225, "L", CFR 483.12(a)(3)(4)(c)(1)-(4)immediate jeopardy
Deficiency F226 "F", CFR 483.12(b)(1)(2)Substandard Quality of Care
Report Facts
Civil Monetary Penalty: 7000 Effective date for denial of payment: 2017 Effective date for termination: 2017
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila BrownAdministratorNamed as facility administrator in relation to the survey and deficiencies
Caryl GillRN, BSN, Complaint coordinatorContact person for questions concerning the instructions contained in the letter
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Feb 11, 2017
Visit Reason
This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously identified deficiencies have been corrected as indicated in the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that the deficiencies previously cited under regulations 483.24 and 483.25(d)(1)(2)(n)(1)-(3) were corrected as of the revisit date.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.24, 483.25(k)(l)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(d)(1)(2)(n)(1)-(3)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 2
Inspection Report Abbreviated Survey Deficiencies: 1 Jan 12, 2017
Visit Reason
An abbreviated survey was conducted by the Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be F523, an 'E' level deficiency indicating no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted, resulting in a finding of substantial compliance effective February 11, 2017.
Severity Breakdown
E: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Deficiency F523, 'E' level deficiency indicating no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.E
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caryl GillComplaint CoordinatorNamed as contact person regarding the survey findings and plan of correction.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 41 Deficiencies: 2 Jan 1, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation (KS0010330) focusing on the facility's failure to provide necessary care and services to maintain residents' highest well-being, specifically related to nursing assessment after an elopement and supervision to prevent accidents.
Findings
The facility failed to provide a thorough nursing assessment following an elopement of a cognitively impaired resident in cold weather, and failed to provide adequate supervision and functional door alarms to prevent accidents for 8 cognitively impaired and independently mobile residents. Multiple door alarms were malfunctioning or disabled without proper checks, and an unalarmed door led to an enclosed courtyard accessible to residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (KS0010330) found substantiated deficiencies related to failure in nursing assessment after elopement and inadequate supervision to prevent accidents due to malfunctioning or disabled door alarms and unsecured exit doors.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 1 SS=E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide necessary nursing assessment following an elopement to maintain resident's highest practicable physical well-being.SS=D
Failed to provide adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents related to malfunctioning door alarms and unalarmed exit door.SS=E
Report Facts
Census: 41 Residents selected for sample: 3 Residents identified as cognitively impaired and independently mobile: 8 Months door alarm malfunctioned: 2.5 Temperature at time of elopement: 33.8 Wind chill: 25.3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Direct Care Staff EReported witnessing resident elopement and described resident's clothing and conditions
Direct Care Staff FReported witnessing resident elopement and described resident's clothing
Direct Care Staff CReported witnessing resident elopement and silencing door alarm without checking door
Administrative Nurse BAdministrative NurseConfirmed failure to complete thorough nursing assessment after elopement
Maintenance/Housekeeping Staff GReported door alarm malfunction and lack of alarm on courtyard door
Maintenance Staff HConfirmed door alarm malfunction and failure to call for repair
Administrative Staff AAdministrative StaffReported staff should not reset door alarms without checking door
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 2 Nov 23, 2015
Visit Reason
This visit was a post-certification revisit to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies at the facility.
Findings
The report shows that previously identified deficiencies under regulations 483.25(c) and 483.60(a),(b) were corrected as of the revisit date.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(c)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.60(a),(b)
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 Nov 23, 2015
Visit Reason
This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Meade District Hospital LTCU in response to deficiencies cited in a prior inspection report.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to skin assessments and pharmaceutical services, including procedures to prevent skin issues and ensure accurate medication administration and documentation.
Severity Breakdown
D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to prevent development of skin issues; lack of proper skin assessments and monitoring.D
Inadequate pharmaceutical services including medication administration timing and documentation.D
Report Facts
Plan of Correction completion date: Nov 23, 2015
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila BrownDirectorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Census: 45 Deficiencies: 2 Nov 2, 2015
Visit Reason
The inspection was a health resurvey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, including treatment and services to prevent and heal pressure sores and pharmaceutical services.
Findings
The facility failed to provide necessary services to prevent one resident from developing a stage 2 pressure ulcer and failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered to another resident.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to provide services necessary to prevent a resident from developing a stage 2 pressure ulcer.SS=D
Failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered to resident #39.SS=D
Report Facts
Census: 45 Residents in sample: 9 Weight loss percentage: 14.6 Weight loss percentage: 8.8 Pressure ulcer wound size: 0.5 Medication doses missed: 17 Medication doses missed: 2 Medication doses missed: 2
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 1 Nov 2, 2015
Visit Reason
A Health survey was conducted to determine if the facility is in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found isolated 'D' level deficiencies that constituted no actual harm but had potential for more than minimal harm without immediate jeopardy. The facility submitted a plan of correction and was found to be in substantial compliance based on the credible allegation of compliance and the plan.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Isolated 'D' level deficiencies constituting no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.D
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorSigned the enforcement decision letter.
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 1 Aug 18, 2015
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A Life Safety Code survey was conducted by the State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with Federal requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be 'F' level deficiencies, widespread, with no harm but with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. A plan of correction was required and remedies including denial of payment for new admissions and termination of provider agreement were outlined if substantial compliance was not achieved.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
"F" level deficiencies, widespread, with no harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.F
Report Facts
Denial of payment effective date: Nov 18, 2015 Termination effective date: Feb 18, 2016 Plan of correction submission timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorSigned the report and is the enforcement coordinator for the Survey, Certification and Credentialing Commission.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 14 Oct 13, 2014
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This is a post-certification revisit conducted to verify that previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as documented on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that all previously identified deficiencies were corrected by 08/29/2014 as indicated by the correction completion dates for each cited regulation.
Deficiencies (14)
Description
Deficiency related to regulation 483.15(e)(1)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.15(h)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(b)(2)(i)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(g) - (j)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d), 483.20(k)(1)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.20(d)(3), 483.10(k)(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(c)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(h)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.25(l)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(b)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(d)(1)-(2)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.35(i)
Deficiency related to regulation 483.60(c)
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 14
Inspection Report Renewal Deficiencies: 1 Aug 1, 2014
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A Health recertification survey was conducted to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal participation requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiency to be a 'G' level deficiency, isolated, with no actual harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Enforcement remedies including denial of payment for new admissions and possible termination of provider agreement were outlined.
Severity Breakdown
G: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiency found was a 'G' level deficiency, isolated, with no actual harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.G
Report Facts
Civil Money Penalty minimum amount: 5000 Denial of payment effective date: Nov 1, 2014 Termination effective date: Feb 1, 2015
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila BrownAdministratorNamed as facility administrator
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorContact person for questions concerning the letter
Joe EwertCommissioner of Survey, Certification and Credentialing CommissionOfficial signing the letter and overseeing survey
Carol SchiffelbeinRegional ManagerKDADS staff mentioned
Audrey SunderrajDirectorKDADS staff mentioned
Sharon DabzadehKDADS staff mentioned
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Census: 45 Deficiencies: 14 Jul 25, 2014
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by Meade District LTCU in response to deficiencies cited during a prior survey inspection.
Findings
The plan addresses multiple deficiencies including maintenance of call lights, housekeeping sanitation, timely completion of admission assessments, accuracy of MDS entries, comprehensive care planning, skin care and pressure ulcer prevention, fall prevention, medication management including black box warnings, dietary staffing and food service quality.
Severity Breakdown
D: 8 E: 3 F: 1 G: 1
Deficiencies (14)
DescriptionSeverity
Call lights were not properly maintained and placed within resident reach.D
Housekeeping services failed to maintain a sanitary, orderly, and comfortable interior.E
Admission assessment process was not completed within 14 days of admission.D
Miss mark on MDS not discovered until survey process; unintentional entry error.D
Comprehensive care plans were not developed or updated timely for all residents.D
Care plans were not reviewed and revised to include necessary services and resident rights.D
Skin care assessments and documentation were inadequate.D
Residents entering the facility developed pressure ulcers due to inadequate skin assessments.D
Unsafe environment due to inadequate fall prevention measures and follow-up.G
Black box warnings were not included on all care plans.D
Insufficient dietary personnel employed.E
Meals were not palatable in texture, flavor, and variety.F
Food was not stored, prepared, distributed, and served under sanitary conditions.E
Consultant pharmacist did not adequately identify drug irregularities related to black box warnings.D
Report Facts
Potential residents affected: 45 Dates for corrective actions: Aug 29, 2014
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shirley BoltzContact for Plan of Correction assistance
Sheila BrownDirectorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 43 Deficiencies: 14 Jul 23, 2014
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Annual health resurvey of Meade District Hosp LTCU DBA Lone Tree Retirement to assess compliance with health and safety regulations.
Findings
The facility had multiple deficiencies including failure to maintain call lights accessible, inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, incomplete comprehensive assessments, inaccurate assessments, incomplete care plans, failure to monitor skin conditions, inadequate fall prevention and supervision, insufficient dietary staffing, poor food quality, unsanitary food handling, and failure to monitor drug regimen irregularities.
Severity Breakdown
SS=D: 8 SS=E: 3 SS=F: 1 SS=G: 1
Deficiencies (14)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to maintain call light within resident reach in shared bathroom for residents #9 and #47.SS=D
Failure to maintain resident nightstands in good condition and maintain clean surfaces in 1 of 3 halls.SS=E
Failure to conduct comprehensive assessment within 14 calendar days of admission for resident #49.SS=D
Failure to ensure MDS assessment accurately reflected resident #42's nutritional status.SS=D
Failure to develop comprehensive care plans with measurable objectives for residents #20, #8, and #28 related to pressure ulcers, urinary catheter care, and skin issues.SS=D
Failure to revise nursing care plan for resident #29 after multiple falls.SS=D
Failure to monitor resident #49's bruises on arms bilaterally with weekly skin assessments.SS=D
Failure to provide necessary treatment and services to promote healing and prevent infection of pressure ulcers for resident #20.SS=D
Failure to ensure resident environment free of accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent falls for resident #29; also failure to secure hazardous chemicals accessible to cognitively impaired residents.SS=G
Failure to ensure resident drug regimen free from unnecessary drugs; lack of care plan information and monitoring for medications with black box warnings for resident #23.SS=D
Failure to employ sufficient dietary support personnel to serve meals timely and adequately.SS=E
Failure to provide food that is palatable, attractive, and properly prepared for resident #14 and others.SS=F
Failure to serve food in a sanitary manner; dietary staff failed to wear hair nets properly and failed to wash hands or change gloves appropriately.SS=E
Failure to ensure consultant pharmacist identified drug irregularities related to black box warnings and reported to nursing and physician for resident #23.SS=D
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Census: 43 Deficiency count: 13 Residents sampled: 14 Residents reviewed for skin issues: 3 Residents reviewed for accidents: 3 Residents reviewed for unnecessary medications: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrative nurse BAdministrative NurseNamed in multiple findings related to care plan failures, fall prevention, and medication monitoring
Direct care staff GDirect Care StaffNamed in medication monitoring and dietary staffing findings
Dietary staff QDietary StaffNamed in dietary staffing and food quality findings
Licensed nurse ELicensed NurseNamed in skin assessment and fall prevention findings
Consultant ZConsultant PharmacistNamed in medication review and black box warning findings
Maintenance staff PMaintenance StaffNamed in findings related to unsecured chemicals and environment safety
Inspection Report Life Safety Deficiencies: 1 Oct 28, 2013
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A Life Safety Code survey was conducted by the State Fire Marshal's Office to determine if the facility was in compliance with Federal requirements for nursing homes participating in Medicare and/or Medicaid programs.
Findings
The survey found the most serious deficiencies to be an 'F' level deficiency, widespread, with no harm but with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy. The facility was required to submit an acceptable plan of correction within ten calendar days.
Severity Breakdown
F: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Most serious deficiencies found to be an 'F' level deficiency, widespread, with no harm but potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy.F
Report Facts
Days to submit plan of correction: 10 Effective date for denial of payment: Jan 28, 2014 Effective date for termination: Apr 28, 2014 Days to request fair hearing: 60 Days to submit IDR request: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila BrownAdministratorNamed as facility administrator.
Brenda McNortonDirector of Fire Prevention DivisionContact for Informal Dispute Resolution and appeals.
Irina StrakhovaEnforcement CoordinatorSigned the enforcement letter.
Joe EwertCommissioner of Survey, Certification and Credentialing CommissionCopied on the letter.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 May 7, 2013
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This post-certification revisit was conducted to verify that previously cited deficiencies have been corrected as documented on the CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction.
Findings
The revisit confirmed that all previously reported deficiencies identified by regulation numbers 483.35(d)(1)-(2), 483.35(i), 483.35(i)(3), and 483.65 were corrected as of 05/07/2013.
Report Facts
Deficiencies corrected: 4
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 4 Apr 18, 2013
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted by the facility in response to deficiencies cited in a prior inspection report.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to food preparation and nutrition, food procurement and sanitation, garbage disposal, and infection control. The facility outlines corrective actions including staff retraining, policy revisions, ongoing monitoring, and infection control program implementation.
Severity Breakdown
E: 2 C: 1 F: 1
Deficiencies (4)
DescriptionSeverity
Facility will ensure food is prepared by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor, and appearance; food is palatable, attractive, and at proper temperature.E
Facility will procure food from approved sources and maintain sanitary conditions in storage, preparation, distribution, and serving.E
Facility will dispose of garbage and refuse properly with increased dumpster pickups and monitoring.C
Facility will maintain an Infection Control Program to prevent disease and infection transmission with tracking, investigations, trending, prevention, and staff education.F
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Plan of Correction completion date: May 8, 2013 Plan of Correction completion date: Apr 18, 2013 Plan of Correction completion date: Apr 19, 2013 Plan of Correction completion date: May 7, 2013
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila BrownDirectorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 42 Deficiencies: 5 Apr 10, 2013
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The inspection was conducted as a Health Resurvey and Complaint Investigation (#KS00064959) to evaluate compliance with food preparation, sanitary conditions, garbage disposal, infection control, and related regulatory requirements.
Findings
The facility failed to provide full portions of pureed meat to residents, failed to serve and store food under sanitary conditions, improperly disposed of garbage, and did not follow infection control protocols including improper cleaning and transport of linens. These deficiencies affected multiple residents and posed risks for infection and nutritional inadequacies.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint investigation (#KS00064959) concerning food preparation, sanitary conditions, garbage disposal, and infection control practices. The complaint was substantiated with multiple deficiencies found.
Severity Breakdown
Level 3 (SS=E): 2 Level 4 (SS=C): 1 Level 5 (SS=F): 2
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failed to ensure 7 residents with puree consistency meat orders received full meat portions and nutrients at lunch.Level 3 (SS=E)
Failed to store and serve food under sanitary conditions, including contaminated handling of bowls and plates.Level 3 (SS=E)
Failed to store food under sanitary conditions, including unsealed opened food items.Level 4 (SS=C)
Failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly; dumpster lids left open and overflowing.Level 5 (SS=F)
Failed to implement infection control program properly, including improper cleaning procedures and transport of clean linens, and failure to monitor infection trends.Level 5 (SS=F)
Report Facts
Census: 42 Residents on puree meat diet: 7 Dumpster lids open: 1 Disinfectant wet time: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff CDietary StaffObserved failing to serve full portions of pureed meat and handling food under unsanitary conditions
Staff BDietary StaffReported prior issues with leftover pureed meat and failure to report to dietitian
Consultant JConsultant DietitianVerified staff failed to serve full portions of pureed meat
Housekeeping Staff FHousekeeping StaffObserved cleaning resident rooms improperly and transporting clean laundry uncovered
Housekeeping Staff GHousekeeping StaffReported use of disinfectants and confirmed inadequate laundry cart covers
Direct Care Staff IDirect Care StaffObserved cleaning shower chair without proper disinfectant wet time
Licensed Nurse HLicensed NurseReported infection tracking but no trending analysis performed
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 2 H060101 POC C1MF11
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This document is a Plan of Correction submitted in response to deficiencies identified during a complaint investigation at Meade District Hospital LTCU.
Findings
The plan addresses deficiencies related to quality of life and safety, including ensuring complete nursing assessments following resident elopements and maintaining a safe environment free from accident hazards with adequate supervision and device use.
Complaint Details
This Plan of Correction is related to a complaint investigation at Meade District Hosp LTCU dated 01/12/2017.
Severity Breakdown
D: 1 E: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
483.24 Quality of Life; incomplete nursing assessment following an elopementD
483.25 Free of Accidents, Hazards, Supervision, Devices; failure to ensure resident environment free from accident hazards and adequate supervisionE
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sharon BlehmRN Risk management directorSubmitted the Plan of Correction
Shirley BoltzContact person for Plan of Correction assistance

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