Petitioner: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Respondent: DESTIN HEALTH CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Judges: WILLIAM R. PFEIFFER
Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration
Locations: Destin, Florida
Filed: Jul. 20, 2000
Status: Closed
Settled and/or Dismissed prior to entry of RO/FO on Monday, November 20, 2000.
Latest Update: Dec. 26, 2024
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AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
STATE OF FLORIDA, AGENCY FOR
HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION,
00-2965
Petitioner,
AHCA NO: 01-00-0532NH
vs.
DESTIN HEALTH CARE & REHAB
CENTER,
LE-ONY 02 Jnr 00
Respondent.
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ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that after twenty-one (21) days from
receipt of this Complaint, the State of Florida, Agency for Health Care
Administration (‘Agency’) intends to impose an administrative fine in the
amount of $4,000.00 upon Destin Health Care & Rehab Center. As
grounds for the imposition of this administrative fine, the Agency alleges
as follows:
l. The Agency has jurisdiction over the Respondent pursuant
to Chapter 400 Part II, Florida Statutes. .
2. Respondent, Destin Health Care & Rehab Center, is licensed
by the Agency to operate a nursing home at 195 Mattie M. Kelly
Boulevard, Destin, Florida 32541 and is obligated to operate the nursing
home in compliance with Chapter 400 Part I], Florida Statutes, and Rule
594-4, Florida Administrative Code.
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Office conducted a survey and the following Class III deficiencies were
cited.
3A. Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.15/e)(1), a resident has the right to
reside) and receive services in the facility with reasonable
accommodations of individual needs and preferences, except when the
health or safety of the individual or other residents would be endangered.
This requirement was not met as evidenced by the following
observations:
(1) Record review revealed resident #9 had significant
change assessments (RAI's} on January 8, 1999 and June
25, 1999. Comparison of the RAI's indicated the resident
had declined in transfers, ambulation, positioning and
eating. Range of motion limits had also deteriorated from
arm, hand and other (shoulder) to neck, arm, hand, leg, foot.
The resident's diagnosis was osteoporosis, pathological bone
fractures and mild compression of L5,4,3, and 2.
(a) The resident received physical and occupational
therapy January 27, 1999 through February 3, 1999
for wheelchair position and range of motion to left
hand and wrist. “Documentation Notes” of June 25,
1999 by interdisciplinary team, "Resident has become
more dependent on staff for mobility, transfer, and
positioning. It now takes 2 people to transfer her from
wheelchair to toilet. etc.
(b) Therapy recommendations included a new seat
cushion to wheelchair, side cushion for lean to left
side, upright posture for 2 hours, patient needs to lie
down mid moming and afternoon.”
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Ye, Onpservations on July 271999 at 12:45 and
1:55 p.m. revealed the resident sitting in a wheelchair
in the dining room, leaning to the left side. Interview
with staff at 10:40 on July 29, 1999, "She refuses
positioning devices, rest periods, and range of motion
exercises.” Observations on July 27, 1999 at 3:20
p.m. revealed the resident to be leaning to the left in
her lounge chair with no attempts by staff to position
resident upright.
(d) Record review revealed the MDS of June 25,"
1999 assessed the resident 2/2 Section G, h (eating}
one person assist with limited assistance.
Interdisciplinary progress notes on June 21, 1999
“resident still able to feed self." Interview with resident
on July 27, 1999 revealed "my food is cold.”
(e) Observations on July 27, 1999 at 12:45 to 1:55
p.m. revealed the resident attempting to eat lunch
seated in wheelchair, leaning to the left side, with
overbed table in front of her with tray. Resident had
difficulty scooping food from plate, and bringing it to
her mouth. Food dropped on her lég. The resident
dropped her spoon onto floor and attempted to use
fork. Staff member picked up the spoon and wiped it
with a napkin and returned it to the resident.
Resident ate 25% of meal.
(6 The facility did not pursue alternative
interventions, when the resident refused OT, PT
recommendations, to position the resident or maintain
range of motion. The facility did not provide assisting
devices or assistance with eating.
(2) Based on record review, observations and interviews
with staff and residents, it was determined that the facility
violated Rule 59A-1.288, F.A.C., for failing to ensure that
residents received services with reasonable accommodations
of individual needs and preferences for 1 of 23 sampled
residents.
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comprehensive care plan for each resident that includes measurable
objectives and tmetables to meet a resident’s medical, nursing, and
mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive
assessment. This requirement was not met as evidenced by the following
observations:
(1) Through record review it was revealed that resident #4
had a history of pressure sores that had healed. The only
measure to be found in the care plans regarding the
prevention of pressure sores involved the use of the foley
catheter, During the initial tour on July 26, 1999, the staff
stated the resident had no pressure sores. v
(a) Interview with family on July 27, 1999 revealed
the resident did have a pressure sore on the Coccyx.
Record review of Hospice notes on June 28, 1999
indicated a Stage II pressure sore on the coccyx.
(b) | Observation of dressing change on July 29, 1999
at 9:30 a.m. revealed a Stage II pressure sore on the
coccyx. Interview with care plan coordinator indicated
neither staff nor Hospice had informed her of the
pressure sore.
(2) Resident #5 was assessed on the May 28, 1999
Minimum Data Set (MDS) to be at risk for falls having fallen
during the past 31-180 days. The care plan had as an
approach to place the resident on the "Red Dor Program".
Interview with staff revealed that the "Red Dot Program"
consisted of the placement of a red dot (made of construction
paper and visible) on the back of a resident's wheelchair and
on the resident's bed in order to alert staff thar the resident
was at high risk for falls.
(a) | Observations on all days of the survey revealed
that there was no red dot on the back of the resident’s
wheelchair or on the resident’s bed. The facility did
not follow their own care plan for this resident and
placed the resident at a higher risk for falls.
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(3) Resident #3 was admitted to the faciliry on March 20,
1995. The resident's diagnosis was arthritis, depression,
glaucoma and peripheral vascular disease. The most recent
care plan dated May 21, 1999 stated problem #514, at risk
for dehydration. The approaches included, "Encourage
fluids and stay with him/her when he/she drinks; input &
output (I & O) each shift; and monitor for UTI - encourage at
least 2000cc fluids /24 hours."
(a) Review of the resident's treatment record for,
June and July, 1999 revealed that staff had signed off
that the intake and output had been completed, bur,
review of the intake and output records revealed that
the intake and output on this resident had not been
done since March 18, 1999. The facility failed to follow
the resident's plan of care.
(4) Based on observation, record review and interview, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule S9A-4.106(2),
F.A.C., for failing to develop a comprehensive care plan for
each resident and to follow through to meet measurable
objectives and timetables for 3 of 23 residents sampled.
3C. Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.25(c}, based on the comprehensive
assessment of a resident, the facility must ensure that a resident who
enters the facility without pressure sores does not develop pressure sores
unless the individual's clinical condition demonstrates that they were
unavoidable; and a resident having pressure sores receives necessary
treatment and services to promote healing, prevent infection and prevent
any new sores from developing. This requirement was not met as
evidenced by the following observations:
(1) Record review of resident #2 revealed the resident was
re-admitred to the facility on February 20, 1999 following a
hip fracture, RAI of February 20, 1999 stated “no skin
breakdown", RAI on July 14, 1999 revealed "Stage IT -
blisters on both heels." MDS of July 14, 1999 assessed the
blisters on the heel as pressure areas.
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{a) Care Plan interventions on July 13, 1999
included “follow MD protocol for decub.” Turn and
reposition using pillows and heelbo’s.” Nursing notes
on July 14, 1999 stated "Blisters to both heels- Stage
1 Granulax", July 18, 1999 stated "coccyx applors
red," and July 23, 1999 stated “dressing to right
buttock ICM. Stage II pink, healed."
(b) Observations on July 27, 1999 from 8:30 a.m.
until 11 a.m. indicated the resident was sitting in his,
wheelchair wearing socks and slippers, his heel in
contact with the floor. At 11:10 a.m. observation
revealed the resident in bed, laying on back, moved to
left side by staff, left and right heels had 2 cm black
areas. Right buttock was healed but coccyx area
bright red with open areas, larger on left side with
small open area on right side of inside buttocks.
(c) Interview with staff during observation, "We use
only socks and soft slippers for PT." Observations on
July 28, 1999 at 8:30, 9:30, 9:45, 10:45, and 11 a.m.
revealed the resident to be sitting in his wheelchair
with heels in contact with the floor. At 9:45 a.m. until
10:45 a.m. resident was in therapy room sitting in
wheelchair except for short period of ambulation.
(a) Observation at 2 p.m. revealed resident sitting in
his wheelchair and staff in his room stated, "I think I'll
put him to bed, he's been up a good while."
(e) The facility did not coordinate care with
therapists and did not protect the resident's heels,
buttocks and coccyx from the development of pressure
sores,
Through record review it was revealed that resident
#4 had a history of pressure sores that had healed. The only
measure to be found in the care plans regarding the
prevention of pressure sores involved the use of the foley
catheter. During the initial tour on July 26, 1999, the
staff stated the resident had no pressure sores.
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the resident did have a pressure sore on the coccyx.
Record review of Hospice notes on June 28, 1999
indicated a Stage Il pressure sore on the coccyx.
Observation of dressing change on July 29, 1999 at
9:30 AM revealed a Stage Il pressure sore on the
coccyx.
(b) Interview with staff at that time as to why staff
was not measuring nor documenting the pressure sore
until July 26, 1999, staff replied, "I honestly can't say”.”
Interview with care plan coordinator indicated neither
staff nor Hospice had informed her of the pressure
sore.
{c) Observation of the residents positioning on July
26, 1999 at 2:45 p.m., July 27, 1999 at 2:45 p.m.,
July 28, 1999 at 9:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 3:20 p.m., and
on July 29, 1999 at 10:10 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:00
p.m. revealed that even through the resident may have
been repositioned, the caccyx continued to have
pressure.
Record review of resident #8 revealed a diagnosis of
muluple sclerosis and quadraplegia. The MDS of October
15, 1998 and June 18, 1999 revealed Stage I] pressure sore
of right heel. Care plan indicated October 15, 1998 Stage II
right heel; January 12, 1999 4.0 x 2.2 x 0.3 depth, night
heel; March 31, 1999 1.0 x 1.0 x 0.2 depth, right heel; June
15, 1999 Stage II right heel-headed.
(a) Care plan interventions included pressure
reducing mattress, pad add bony prominences, but
care plan did not address heels. Physician order of
June 29, 1999 - "Keep heels off bed at all times,”
Observation on July 27, 1999 at 10:15 a.m. revealed
staff doing treatment and dressing to right heel. Stage
ll dark area, 2.0 cm, no open area at present.
(b) Observations on July 28, 1999 at 8:20 am.,
10:10 am., 12:10 p.m., 1:40 p.m., revealed the
resident to be lying on his back with a pillow under his
heels and his heels in contact with the pillow. On July
27, 1999 at 10:15 a.m., staff stated "we bought him a
special mattress.” Information provided by the
manufacturer and interview with staff revealed “not an
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alternating air mattress. It inflates with less air at the
foot end of the mattress." Heels are in direct contact
on the mattress or pillow.
(c) The facility did not follow care plan nor provide
heel protectors, repositioning to prevent the
development of pressure sores,
(4) Resident #17 was re-admitted to the facility on May 3,
1999 following a right cerebral hemorrhage. She was
assessed and had a care plan written identifying her as being
at risk for pressure sore development due to her decreased
mobility, bowel incontinence, peripheral vascular disease,
and her inability to use or increased wealmess in both her
upper and lower extremities. She also was assessed as
having a decline in activities of daily living secondary to the
cerebral bleed with various approaches planned to help
prevent further decline. These approaches however, did not
include measures and care specific to the resident's ability to
feed herself.
(a) By May 17, 1999, the resident had experienced a
6.9% weight loss and by July 12, 1999 had lost an
additional 8.1% of her body weight. Further review of
facility records reveals that on June 18, 1999, the
resident developed a stage II pressure sore (blister) on
her left heel,
(b) At the time of the survey, the resident's weekly
skin assessment indicated that the Stage II pressure
sore measured 2 cm. Observation on July 29, 1999 at
9:30 a.m. revealed a Stage II pressure sore with black
center and pink to red edges. Staff stated, "That's a
pressure sore."
(c} Lab data reported on June 22, 1999 revealed
that the resident had a serum albumin of 2.3 g/dl. A
high calorie supplement was added to the resident's
diet on June 2, 1999, however, she continued to lose
weight. On July 27, 1999, additional protein
supplements were added to the resident's diet.
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‘wa, On July 28, 1999, a plan 8 care was written for
this resident identifying her as being at nutritional
risk. A plan of care specific to the resident's
development of the pressure area was also written on
July 28, 1999. The facility failed to appropriately
assess and plan care specific to this resident's unique
tisk factors which could have avoided the development
of the pressure sore.
(5} Based on record review, observations and interviews, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4.1283,~
F.A.C., for failing to ensure that residents received services
to prevent the development of pressure sores for 4 of 23
sampled residents.
Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.25(i)(1), based on a resident’s
comprehensive assessment, the facility must ensure that a resident
maintains acceptable parameters of nutritional status, such as body
weight and protein levels, unless the resident’s clinical condition
demonstrates that this is not possible. This requirement was not met as
evidenced by the following observations:
{1) Review of facility records revealed that resident #17
suffered a Right Basal Ganglia Hematoma on May 2, 1999.
Following her return to the facility on May 3, 1999, she
experienced a decline in her activities of daily living
including her ability to feed herself. Interview with facility
staff revealed that the resident was completely dependent on
staff for meals.
(a) Observations of the resident during the
breakfast meal on July 28, 1999 revealed that staff
was feeding the resident and providing verbal
encouragement throughout the meal. Interventions
addressing the resident's decline in her independence
with eating were never developed. Weight records
indicate that the resident had a 6.9% weight loss
between April and May 1999 (5/19/99), and an
additional 8.2% weight loss from May to July 1999,
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(b) Lab values recorded on June 22, 1999 revealed
a serum albumin of 2.3 g/dl. High calorie
supplements were ordered on June 2, 1999, however,
the resident continued to lose weight between June
and July. A nutritional assessment was completed on
June 20, 1999 acknowledging the resident's significant
weight loss and nutritional risk, however, a care plan
Was not written to provide interventions to prevent
further decline in nutritional status until July 28,
1999. On July 27, 1999, additional protein was
ordered as part of the resident's medication regimen.
{c} The facility failed to provide timely, necessary
interventions in order to avoid the resident's continued
nutritional decline.
(2) Based on observation, interview, and record review, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4.1288,
F.A.C., for failing ta ensure that 1 of 23 sampled residents
maintained acceptable parameters of nutrition.
4. On April 6, 2000 a survey team from the Agency’s Area 1
Office conducted a survey and the following uncorrected Class I
deficiencies were cited.
4A, Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.15(e)(1}, a resident has the right to
reside and receive services in’ the facility with reasonable
accommodations of individual needs and preferences, except when the
health or safety of the individual or other residents would be endangered.
This requirement was not met as evidenced by the following
observations:
(1) Resident #17, was admitted on March 27, 2000 with a
medical diagnosis of spastic quadraparesis secondary to
brain injury. During the initial tour of the facility on April 3,
2000 at approximately 10:15 a.m., and on many occasions
throughout the survey, the resident was observed sitting in
bed, rails up and a pneumatic call bell attached to the bed
linens beside the resident's left shoulder. The resident was
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April 3, 2000 and April 4, 2000.
(a) Interview with staff during the tour revealed the
resident had no voluntary movement of extremities
and was dependent on the room-mate to call for
assistance when attention was needed. The resident's
roommate was identified by staff as being confused at
times. Review of the resident's clinical record revealed
no alternative methods for communicating needs to
staff from the resident's room had been provided. .
{b) After discussion with administrative staff on
April 6, 2000, an alternative call bell which can be
activated by the resident was ordered.
(2) Based on observation, interview and record review, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4.1288
F.A.C., for again failing to provide services with reasonable
accommodations of individual needs for 1 of 24 sampled
residents.
Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.20(k), the facility must develop a
comprehensive care plan for each resident that includes measurable
objectives and timetables to meet a resident’s medical, nursing, and
mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive
assessment. This requirement was not met as evidenced by the following
observations:
(1) Resident #16, was admitted to the facility January 3,
2000 with multiple medical diagnoses including
hypertension, ischemic heart disease, and progressive
supernuclear palsey. Review of the resident's clinical record
revealed that the resident was found to be impacted on
March 21, 2000, partially disimpacted, and subsequently
hospitalized for rectal bleeding following the disimpaction.
The resident returned to the facility on March 27, 2000 and
a comprehensive assessment was completed April 3, 2000,
assessing the resident's bowel status as having constipation,
not fecal impaction.
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(a) Review of the resident's plan of care which was
reviewed and revised on March 30, 2000 revealed no
evidence of assessment, goals or interventions
addressing either constipation or fecal impaction.
(2) | Resident #10 was admitted to the hospital January 6,
2000-January 13, 2000 with a diagnosis of pacemaker
malfunction and dehydration, having a BUN of 34 (normal
range is 7-18). Facility weight records indicated that he
experienced a 24.2 pound weight loss from January 3, 2000
to January 17, 2000. Upon his retum to the facility, a’
comprehensive significant change assessment was completed
on January 25, 2000 reflecting the significant weight loss
and the resident's use of a diuretic daily. There was no other
indication of the resident's previous state of dehydration.
(a) Summary notes for the Resident Assessment
Protocol regarding his nutritional status indicated that
the resident "has had a significant weight loss and that
his intake had been fluctuating," however, notes
regarding dehydration/fluid maintenance revealed that
in spite of his “potential for dehydration due to daily
diuretic use", the decision was made "not to care plan"
for this since "at this point resident is eating and
drinking anything that is handed to him." There was
conflicting information regarding the adequacy of the
resident's oral intake and no care plan was established
for aiding in the maintenance of adequate hydration
for this resident.
(b) Subsequent lab data on March 17, 2000
revealed a BUN of 28, indicating that the resident
continued to be poorly hydrated. Interview with
facility staff and observations made on April 4, 2000 at
lunch and dinner meals as well as review of the
facility meal intake log revealed that the resident had a
very sporadic fluid intake.
(3) | Observation of resident #12 on all days of the survey
revealed a resident spending most of the day in her room in
bed. The only observed times out of the room occurred when
family came in to visit and take the resident around the
facility in her wheelchair. The resident had a-care plan to
have a contracture tree placed between her knees for four
hours every shift. All days of the survey, the device was
observed sitting on a chair by the bathroom door.
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{a} The resident was also to have “cool, clean water
at bedside all the time." Observations on all days
revealed the resident had no water at bedside. This
Tesident was also assessed as having fecal impactions
but no care plan was developed to address the services
that would be provided to prevent further impactions,
(b} Interview with staff on April S, 2000 at 9:20 a.m.
revealed the resident hasn't worn the contracture tree
in a very long time and they did not keep water at the
bedside due to the resident frequently throwing things.”
Staff was not aware of the fecal impactions,
(c) Based on clinical record review, this resident, in
addition to the fecal impactions, also suffered from
UTI's almost monthly. :
(4) Based on observation, interview and record review, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4.106(2),
F.A.C., for again failing to develop a comprehensive care plan
to include measurable objectives to meet the resident's
medical and nursing needs for 3 of 24 sampled residents,
resulting in actual harm to Resident #10 and #12.
4C. Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.25(c), based on the comprehensive
assessment of a resident, the facility must ensure that a resident who
enters the facility without pressure sores does not develop pressure sores
unless the individual’s clinical condition demonstrates that they were
unavoidable; and a resident having pressure sores receives necessary
treatment and services to promote healing, prevent infection and prevent
any new sores from developing. This requirement was not met as
evidenced by the following observations:
(1) During the initial tour of the facility, resident # 4 was
identified by facility staff as having terminal cancer, a "Stage
IV plus (unstageable)” pressure sore on her coccyx and was
currently under the care of hospice.
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(a) Review of the resident's clinical record revealed
that the resident received antibiotic rreatment for
infection related to decubims from February 21, 2000
- March 3, 2000. Assessment by facility staff and
observations during the survey revealed that the
resident generally left 25% or more of her meal
uneaten.
(b) Further review of the resident's clinical record
revealed a nutritional assessment and note by the
facility's registered dietitian on December 8, 1999°
which read “open area to coccyx" and recommended
adding a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement, 500 mg.
of Vitamin C twice a day, and 2 ounces of 2Cal HN
with medication pass four times a day for the purpose
of improving the resident's nutritional status and
promoting wound healing. There was no evidence that
any of these recommendations had been implemented
at the time of the survey.
{c) Interview with facility staff revealed that the
recommendations were never made to the resident's
hospice treatment team or physician and on April 4,
2000, the recommendations were made and orders
were received to begin the nutritional supplements in
order to aid in the treatment of the pressure sore.
Based on record review and interview, it was
determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4. 1288, F.A.C.,
for again failing to provide the necessary treatment and
services to prevent the development of pressure sores and
promote healing and prevent infection for residents with
pressure sores for 1 of 24 sampled residents.
Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.25(i)(1), based on a resident’s
comprehensive assessment, the facility must ensure that a resident
maintains acceptable parameters of nutritional statis, such as body
weight and protein levels, unless the resident’s clinical condition
demonstrates that this is not possible. This requirement was not met as
evidenced by the following observations:
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(1) Resident #1 was admitted to the facility on March 7,
2000 with a diagnosis of anoxic brain damage following an
acute myocardial infarct. At the time of admission, the
resident was determined to be 71 inches tall and weighed
137 pounds. He was noted to have a stage IJ pressure sore
on his coccyx and an unstageable pressure sore on his right
heel. On the day of admission, the facility registered
dietitian completed a nutritional assessment and determined
that the resident's caloric needs were estimated to be 1783-
1961 calories per day for weight maintenance, 62-70 grams”
of protein, and 1860-2170ce fluid. The resident was
receiving bolus tube feedings of Pulmocare 140cc every 3
hours as his sole source of nutrition along with 100cc water
flushes every six hours, which Provided him with 1680
calories, 70 grams of protein, and 1520 ce fluid per day.
(a) On March 15, 2000, the resident's tube feeding
was changed to continuous feedings with a gradual
increase to Pulmocare at 80cc per hour for 20 hours
per day. The next weight recorded on the resident was
on April 2, 2000, at which time he weighed 131.6
pounds, a 5.4 pound weight loss in less than 30 days.
{b) On April 3, 2000, the facility dietitian
recommended an increase in the tube feeding to 85cc
per hour for 22 hours per day secondary to weight
loss, increasing his daily intake to 2805 calories, 117
grams protein, and 2207cc fluid. The resident
experienced avoidable weight loss due to the facility's
failure to provide adequate tube feeding. and the
necessary calories to maintain body weight.
(2) Based on observation, interview and record review, it
was determined that the facility violated Rule 59A-4.1288,
F.A.C., for again failing to ensure that 2 of 24 sampled
residents maintained acceptable parameters of nutritional
status.
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3. wase on the foregoing, Destin Health Care and Rehab
Center has violated the following:
a) Tag F246 incorporates 42 CFR 483.15(e){1) and Rule
59A-4.1288, F.A.C. The administrative fine imposed for this
uncorrected violation is $1,000.00.
b) Tag F279 incorporates 42 CFR 483.20(k) and Rule
S9A-4,106(2), F.A.C. The administrative fine imposed for
this uncorrected violation is $1,000.00. .
c) Tag F314 incorporates 42 CFR 483.25(c} and Rule
S9A-4.1288, F.A.C. The administrative fine imposed for this
uncorrected violation is $1,000.00.
ad) Tag F325 incorporates 42 CFR 483.25(i)(1) and Rule
S9A-4.1288, F.A.C. The administrative fine imposed for this
uncorrected violation is $1,000.00.
6. The above referenced violations constitute grounds to levy
this civil penalty pursuant to Section 400.23(9)(c), Florida Statutes, in
that the above referenced conduct of Respondent constitutes a violation
of the minimum standards, rules, and regulations for the operation of a
Nursing Home.
NOTICE
Respondent is notified that it has a Tight to request an
administrative hearing pursuant to Section 120.57, Florida Statutes, to
be represented by counsel (at its expense}, to take testimony, to call or
cross-examine witnesses, to have subpoenas and/or subpoenas duces
tecim issued, and to present written evidence or argument if it requests
a hearing.
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In order to obtain a formal proceeding under Section 120.57(1),
Florida Statutes, Respondent’s request must state which issues of
material fact are disputed. Failure to dispute material issues of fact in
the request for a hearing, may be treated by the Agency as an election by
Respondent for an informal proceeding under Section 120.57(2), Florida
Statutes. All requests for hearing should be made to the Agency for’
Health Care Administration, Attention: Sam Power, Agency Clerk, Senior
Attorney, 2727 Mahan Drive, Mail Stop #3, Tallahassee, Florida 32308.
All payment of fines should be made by check, cashier’s check, or -
moriey order and payable to the Agency for Health Care Administration.
All checks, cashier’s checks, and money orders should identify the AHCA
number and facility name that is referenced on page 1 of this complaint.
All payrnent of fines should be sent to the Agency for Health Care
Administration, Attention: Christine T. Messana, 2727 Mahan Drive,
Mai] Stop #3, Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5403.
RESPONDENT IS FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT THE FAILURE TO
REQUEST A HEARING WITHIN 21 DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THIS
COMPLAINT WILL RESULT IN AN ADMISSION OF THE FACTS
ALLEGED IN THE COMPLAINT AND THE ENTRY OF A FINAL ORDER
BY THE AGENCY.
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[Issued this day of é , 2000.
Do Heiberg
Field Office Manger, Area #1
Agency for Health Care
Administration
Health Quality Assurance
2639 N. Monroe Street, Suite 208
Tallahassee, Florida 32303
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
1 HEREBY CERTIFY that the original complaint was sent by U.S.
Mail, Return Receipt Requested, to: Administrator, Destin Health Care &
Rehab Center, 195 Mattie M. Kelly Boulevard, Destin, Florida 32541 on
this L3ktday of _\ wren, 2000,
Christine T. Messana, Esquire
Office of the General Counsel
Copies furnished to:
Christine T. Messana Area 1 Office
Attomey
Agency for Health Care Gloria Collins, Finance & Accounting
Administration
2727 Mahan Drive
Mail Stop #3
Tallahassee, Florida 32308
Pete J. Buigas, Deputy Director
Managed Care and Health Quality
Agency for Health Care Administration
2727 Mahan Drive, Building 1
Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5403
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Docket for Case No: 00-002965
Issue Date |
Proceedings |
Dec. 13, 2000 |
Final Order filed.
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Nov. 20, 2000 |
Order Closing File issued. CASE CLOSED.
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Nov. 14, 2000 |
Motion to Dismiss (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Aug. 21, 2000 |
Order of Pre-hearing Instructions issued.
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Aug. 21, 2000 |
Notice of Hearing issued (hearing set for December 1, 2000; 10:00 a.m.; Destin, FL).
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Aug. 03, 2000 |
Joint Response to Initial Order (filed via facsimile)
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Jul. 26, 2000 |
Initial Order issued. |
Jul. 20, 2000 |
Administrative Complaint filed.
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Jul. 20, 2000 |
Petition for Formal Administrative Hearing filed.
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Jul. 20, 2000 |
Notice filed.
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