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Deficiency Records for Sterling Care Bethesda
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Sterling Care Bethesda. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Sterling Care Bethesda. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.
| Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-08-29 | 2023-09-26 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Have policies on smoking. | Health | 2020-01-31 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-04 | 2020-02-05 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-04 | 2020-02-05 | N |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-21 | 2019-05-15 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2019-03-15 | 2019-04-29 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-03-02 | 2018-04-16 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-05 | 2018-03-31 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-05 | 2018-03-31 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2018-03-05 | 2018-03-31 | N |
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