Petitioner: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Respondent: 2826 CLEVELAND AVENUE OPERATIONS, LLC, D/B/A HERITAGE PARK REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE
Judges: LINZIE F. BOGAN
Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration
Locations: Fort Myers, Florida
Filed: Dec. 15, 2015
Status: Closed
Settled and/or Dismissed prior to entry of RO/FO on Friday, January 29, 2016.
Latest Update: Mar. 28, 2019
STATE OF FLORIDA
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
STATE OF FLORIDA,
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE
ADMINISTRATION,
Petitioner, ;
vs. Case Nos. 2015007630
2015007631
2826 CLEVELAND AVENUE OPERATIONS LLC
d/b/a HERITAGE PARK REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE,
Respondent. .
/
ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT
COMES NOW the Agency for Health Care Administration (hereinafter “Agency”), by and
through the undersigned counsel, and files this Administrative Complaint against 2826
CLEVELAND AVENUE OPERATIONS LLC d/b/a HERITAGE PARK REHABILITATION AND
HEALTHCARE (hereinafter “Respondent”), pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57 Florida
Statutes (2014), and alleges:
NATURE OF THE ACTION
This is an action against a skilled nursing facility to impose an administrative fine of FIVE
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000.00) pursuant to Section 400.23(8)(b), Florida Statutes (2014),
based upon two (2) Class II deficiencies and to assign conditional. licensure status beginning on
February 13, 2015, and ending on March 13, 2015, pursuant to Section 400.23(7)(b), Florida
Statutes (2014). The original certificate for the conditional license is attached as Exhibit A and is
incorporated by reference. The original certificate for the standard license is attached as. Exhibit B
and is incorporated by reference.
JURISDICTION AND VENUE
1. The Court has jurisdiction over the subject matter pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57,
Florida Statutes (2014).
2. The Agency has jurisdiction over the Respondent pursuant to Section 20.42, Chapter 120,
and Chapter 400, Part II, Florida Statutes (2014).
3. Venue lies pursuant to Rule 28-106.207, Florida Administrative Code.
PARTIES
4. The Agency is the regulatory authority responsible for the licensure of skilled nursing
facilities and the enforcement of all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and rules
governing skilled nursing facilities pursuant to Chapter 400, Part II, Florida Statutes (2014) and
Chapter 59A-4, Florida Administrative Code. The Agency is authorized to deny, suspend, or
revoke a license, and impose administrative fines pursuant to Sections 400.121 and 400.23, Florida
Statutes (2014); assign a conditional license pursuant to Section 400.23(2), Florida Statutes (2014);
and assess costs related to the investigation and prosecution of this case pursuant to Section
400.121, Florida Statutes (2014).
5. Respondent operates a 120-bed nursing home, located at 2826 Cleveland Avenue, Fort
Myers, Florida 33901, and is licensed as a skilled nursing facility, license number 1290096.
Respondent was at all times material hereto, a licensed skilled nursing facility under the licensing
authority of the Agency, and was required to comply with all applicable state rules, regulations and
statutes.
COUNT I
The Respondent Failed To Ensure The Residents Right To Be Treated With Dignity In
Violation Of Section 400.022(1)(n), Florida Statutes (2014)
6. The Agency re-alleges and incorporates by reference paragraphs one (1) through five (5).
7. Pursuant to Florida law, all licensees of nursing home facilities shall adopt and make public
a statement of the rights and responsibilities of the residents of such facilities and shall treat such
residents in accordance with the provisions of that statement. The statement shall assure each
resident the following: the right to be treated courteously, fairly, and with the fullest measure of
dignity and to receive a written statement and an oral explanation of the services provided by the
licensee, including those required to be offered on an as-needed basis. Section 400.022(1)(n),
Florida Statutes (2014).
8. On or about February 9, 2015 through February 13, 2015, the Agency conducted a
Licensure Survey in conjunction with a Complaint Survey (CCR# 2015001035) of the
Respondent’s facility. .
9. Based on interviews and record reviews, the Respondent failed to treat 3 of 25 sampled
residents, specifically Resident #43, Resident #83 and Resident #33, with respect and dignity. The
Administrator failed to respect Resident #43's right to voice grievances causing the resident to
become tearful, feel small, and intimidated. This failure contributed to psychological harm causing
a decline in Resident #43's self-worth and self-esteem while living in the facility. Resident #83
feared retaliation and being yelled at by the Administrator as a result of voicing concerns of
disrespect by staff. The facility failed to resolve Resident #33's ongoing concerns related to 7
months of grievances voiced by residents during resident council meetings related to staff
disrespect.
10. On 2/10/15 at 9: 56 a.m., Resident #43 said he/she was not treated with respect and dignity.
Resident #43 stated, "staff move things around my room, leave the door open when the sign on the
outside of the door says keep door shut."
11, On 2/13/15 at 8:30 a.m., Resident #43 voiced the same concerns about staff leaving the door
open despite the sign requesting to keep the door closed. Resident #43 didn't file a grievance
because of a talk with the Administrator before about other concerns and stated, "The Administrator
never does anything.”
12. On the same date at 9:00 a.m., the Administrator confirmed Resident #43 had not voiced
any concerns related to the above mentioned issues.
13. On 2/13/15 at 2:15 p.m., an observation showed Resident #43 tearful. Resident #43 said the
Administrator came to the resident’s room, and asked how and why Resident #43 reported
concerns. Resident #43 said the Administrator made him/her feel small. Resident #43 stated, "I feel
so intimidated by the Administrator and that is why I don't like to go to her with a grievance."
14. A review of the record failed to show documentation related to Resident #43's concems.
15. On2/10/15 at 9:03 a.m., Resident #83 said staff including the Administrator often does not
treat the resident with respect and dignity. Resident #83 stated, “the Administrator yells at you like
you are 2 years old.": The resident stated, "the Administrator can yell at us, but if we yell back she
retaliates. The Administrator says she doesn't want to hear it." The resident said the disrespect took
place during a meeting on 1/15/15 that addressed relocating the smoking area and respecting each
other.
16. On 2/11/15 at 2:00 p.m., the Administrator stated "I was never yelling at the resident (#83).
I only spoke to the resident one time and never yelled." The Administrator said she had not
documented the conversation she had with Resident #83.
17. A record review confirmed the Administrator failed to document Resident #83's concerns.
18. During an interview on 2/11/15 at 3:00 p.m., the Resident Council President, (Resident #33)
said the Certified Nursing Assistants are rude and treat the residents like they owe them something.
Resident #33 said residents in the facility feel like the average CNA doesn't care about the
residents. The RCP stated, "Nice nurses have gotten fired when they try to defend the residents.
The staff does not answer call lights, they come in the resident rooms, turn off the call light and say
T'm not your aide, I'll send you your aide' and the aide never shows up. It has gotten to feel like a
prison."
19. A review of the resident council minutes dated 8/6/14 and 9/4/14 under old business
documented, "Staff speaking Creole in resident's areas." There was no documentation from
administrative staff the concern was addressed on either date. |
20. Areview of resident council minutes dated 10/1/14 in the section titled: "Identified
Concerns: (a) Staff continues to speak Creole in resident areas getting worse (b) Staff speaking
harsh to residents (c) Staff shutting call lights off leave and don't return (d) Staff starting to use cell
phones in resident areas again (e) CNA refusing to go to kitchen at dinner service for residents."
21. A review of resident council minutes dated 11/5/14 under old and new business documented -
the following concerns: "(a) Use of cell phones continues with staff (b) call lights not being
answered timely (c) Staff continues to speak Creole (d) CNA’ sitting and not helping during dinner
(e) Staff being unprofessional."
22. . A review of resident council minutes dated 12/3/14 under old and new business documented
the following: "(a) Cell phone use of staff (b) Staff refusing to go to kitchen for residents (c) Staff
acting unprofessional (d) Staff speaking Creole in resident areas."
23. A review of resident council minutes dated 1/7/15 under old and new business documented
the following: "(a) Staff using cell phones in resident areas (b) Creole speaking continues with
nurses and CNA (c) Staff not respecting resident's privacy."
24. A review of resident council minutes dated 2/4/15 under old and new business documented
the following: "(a) Staff continues to use cell phones in resident areas (b) Staff continues to speak
Creole in resident areas (c) Staff refusing to address resident needs saying I'm not your aide."
25. The Respondent failed to resolve ongoing concerns voiced by residents during resident
council meetings.
26. The Agency determined that these deficient practices compromised the residents’ ability to
maintain or reach his or her highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, as _
defined by an accurate and comprehensive resident assessment, plan of care, and provision of
services. The Agency cited Respondent for a Class II deficiency as set forth in Section
400.23(8)(b), Florida Statutes (2014).
27. A Class II deficiency is subject to a civil penalty of 925 00 for an isolated deficiency,
$5,000 for a patterned deficiency, and $7,500 for a widespread deficiency. The fine amount shall be
doubled for each deficiency if the facility was previously cited for one or more Class I or Class I”
deficiencies during the last licensure inspection or any inspection or complaint investigation since
the last licensure inspection. A fine shall be levied notwithstanding the correction of the deficiency.
28. Based upon the above findings, the Respondent’s actions, inactions or conduct constituted
an isolated Class II deficiency pursuant to Section 400.23(8)(b), Florida Statutes (2014).
WHEREFORE, the Agency intends to impose an administrative fine in the amount of
TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($2,500.00) against the Respondent pursuant to
Sections 400.23(8)(b), and 400.102, Florida Statutes (2014).
COUNT II
The Respondent Failed To Periodically Review And Revise The Comprehensive Care Plan
For Changes In Care And Treatment According To The Needs Of The Resident And To
Assure The Continued Accuracy Of The Assessment As The Needs For The Residents
Changed in Violation Of Rule 59A-4.106(4), Florida Administrative Code
29. The Agency re-alleges and incorporates by reference paragraphs one (1) through five (5).
30. Pursuant to Florida law, each facility shall maintain policies and procedures in the following
areas: (a) Activities; (b) Advance directives; (c) Consultant services; (d) Death of residents in the
facility; (ec) Dental services; (f) Staff education, including hiv/aids Training; (g) Diagnostic
services; (h) Dietary services; (i) Disaster preparedness; (j) Fire prevention and control; (k)
Housekeeping; (1) Infection control; (m) Laundry service; (n) Loss of power, water, air conditioning
or heating; (0) Medical director/consultant services; (p) Medical records; (q) Mental health; (x)
Nursing services; (s) Pastoral services; (t) Pharmacy services; (u) Podiatry services; (v) Resident
care planning; (w) Resident identification; (x) Resident’s rights; (y) Safety awareness; (z) Social
services; (aa) Specialized rehabilitative and restorative services; (bb) Volunteer services; and (cc)
The reporting of accidents or unusual incidents involving any resident, staff member, volunteer or
visitor. This policy shall include reporting within the facility and to the AHCA. Rule 59A-4.106(4),
Florida Administrative Code.
31. On. or about February 10, 2015 through February 13, 2015, the Agency conducted a
Complaint Survey (CCR# 2015001035) of the Respondent’s facility.
32. Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the Respondent failed to have a
procedure in place to assess whether residents using motorized wheelchairs are safe when
maneuvering out in the community near busy highways and intersections. This failure affected 2 of .
3 sampled residents, specifically Resident #94 and Resident #43, reviewed for accidents. As a result
of this failure, Resident #94 sustained multiple rib, leg and arm fractures and placed Resident #43,
and other residents using motorized wheelchairs out in the community at risk of injury.
33. | Arecord review showed Resident #94 was initially admitted to the facility on 9/24/12 with
diagnoses including, hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body) due to a cerebral vascular
accident (stroke), muscle weakness, muscle spasms, alcohol dependence and (history of)
drunkenness. |
34. A review of the care management summary dated 1/2/14 showed Resident #94 fell
secondary to alcohol consumption. The form noted Resident #94 remains non-compliant with care
and safety, continues to sign out late evenings, and refuses any safety recommendations. The form
notes "no changes" to interventions related to the care plan.
35. Nurse's notes dated 6/26/14 showed Resident #94 was educated against having alcohol on
the facility property as empty beer cans were found in the resident’s room. The notes indicated staff
reported this occurs often and the resident had been educated before. There were no other
interventions noted by the nurses other than "education."
36. A review of the document titled, "Resident Education Record" dated 7/8/13 noted the
resident was educated by the Administrator on having alcohol on facility property and behaviors
that may affect the safety of self and others. There were no details documenting related to how
safety was affected.
37. On 8/14/14 at 3:00 p.m., nursing documented Resident #94 continues to sign self out and
leave the property returning impaired.
38. A second education record dated 11/4/13 noted Resident #94 was educated by the Social
Service Director (SSD) against having alcohol on the property and if found, would be issued a 30
day notice.
39. A third education record dated 12/28/14 showed Resident #94 was educated by the
Administrator related to returning to the facility impaired, with inappropriate behavior toward staff
and residents and using the crosswalk on the roadway. The Administrator documented, "Risk vs.
Benefit" however, did not specify what she educated Resident #94 regarding the identified
concerns.
40.. The record confirmed Resident #94 would leave the facility in a motorized wheelchair.
41. A review of the most recent Minimum Data Set assessment with a reference date of
12/10/14 noted the resident with a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) of "15." (The BIMS is
an evaluation of a resident's cognitive function. The score ranges from 00-15, the higher the score,
the higher the level of cognitive functioning of the resident. The assessment noted Resident #94 was
unable to walk, required limited assistance of one person for transfers, and required supervision
(cueing, oversight or encouragement) for wheelchair mobility on and off the nursing unit (inside the
facility). The resident's balance was impaired and the resident cannot stabilize without staff
assistance. Resident #94 has impaired range of motion on one side of the body. No behaviors were
identified on this assessment.
42. A review of the comprehensive care plans updated on 9/18/14 included Resident #94's
impaired/inappropriate behaviors of alleged drinking of alcohol when on leave, failure to follow
policies on signing out when leaving the facility, potential for injury related to poor safety
awareness and frequent falls when intoxicated, gait and balance problems, and crossing roadway
unassisted. The care plans showed the resident with impaired range of motion, impaired balance,
and inability to ambulate.
43. Interventions to the identified problems included “educated on risks vs. benefits of drinking
alcohol" and "educated on policy of signing out when leaving property."
44. The care plans did not identify specific, resident-centered approaches on how the facility
would assist Resident #94 with accident prevention related to impaired balance, impaired safety
awareness, history of intoxication and crossing a busy roadway unassisted while in a motorized
wheelchair.
45. On 12/30/14, an Occupational Therapy evaluation was conducted for Resident #94. A
review of the evaluation showed the resident was teferred to therapy due to Resident #94's
complaints of decreased motion to left upper extremities. The therapist documented fall precautions
for the resident. Therapy notes showed the resident was assessed for safety regarding navigation in
the facility. The notes do not reflect the therapist evaluated Resident #94's ability to motorize safely
while out in the community.
46. On 1/07/15, Resident #94 was discharged from therapy. Documentation indicated the
resident was safe maneuvering a motorized wheelchair while in the facility. The resident's ability to
safely maneuver in the community, to include roadway crosswalks and intersections was not
assessed.
47.. A review of the facility's accident report showed Resident #94 was hit and struck by a.car at
6:45 p.m. on 1/12/15 while on the motorized wheelchair. The resident was attempting to cross the
middle of a busy roadway. Emergency Medical Services transported the resident to the hospital.
48. An observation on 2/9/15 at 9:00 a.m. showed the skilled nursing facility.was located on a
busy 6 lane highway. There was no stop light or marked crossing in front of the facility.
49. Resident #94 was readmitted back to the facility from the hospital on 1/18/15 with multiple
rib, leg and arm fractures as a result of the accident.
50. A review of the Occupational Therapy evaluation dated 1/31/15 showed Resident #94 with a
decline in functional ability related to the fractures which included impaired Activities of Daily
Living performance, impaired cognitive skills, impaired strength and pain. The therapist
documented the resident was previously residing in the facility without chronic pain and is now ata
maximal to dependent level on staff for Activities of Daily Living and functional mobility.
51. During an interview on 2/12/15 at 12:45 p.m., Resident #94 stated, "I like going into the
community. When I got hit, I was crossing in middle of the street." Resident #94 said he/she had
not received any instruction or evaluation for safely crossing the streets on a motorized wheelchair.
52. During an interview on 2/12/15 at 1:30 p.m., the Physical Therapy Director stated, "We do
not take the residents into the community for a risk assessment." The Physical Therapy Director
explained there was not a community safety awareness program at the facility.
53. During an interview on 2/13/15 at 11:15 am., the physician stated, "The resident (Resident
#94) is reckless and in light of the accident, additional assessments should be done. Resident #94
has not been assessed as incapacitated. We can always improve."
54. . During an interview on 2/13/15 at 11:00 am., the Administrator said Resident #94 would
leave the facility at least once a week and go into the community. The Administrator admitted there
was no policy or program to assess a resident's risk when going into the community with motorized
wheelchairs.
55. During an interview on 2/13/15 at 2:00 p.m., Resident #43 said he/she goes out into the
community utilizing a motorized wheelchair. Resident #43 confirmed he/she never received
instructions from the facility regarding community safety. Resident #43 acknowledged not crossing
the street but also goes to the traffic light to cross. Resident #43 purchased flash lights for the front
of the wheelchair to go out at night. Resident #43 also put red flashers on the back of the wheel
chair. Resident #43 said the facility did not provide these items for safety, the resident did.
56. The Agency determined that these deficient practices compromised the residents’ ability to
maintain or reach his or her highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, as
defined by an accurate and comprehensive resident assessment, plan of care, and provision of
services. The Agency cited Respondent for a Class II deficiency as set forth in Section
10
400.23(8)(b), Florida Statutes (2014).
57. A Class II deficiency is subject to a civil penalty of $2,500 for an isolated deficiency,
$5,000 for a patterned deficiency, and $7,500 for a widespread deficiency. The fine amount shall be
doubled for each deficiency if the facility was previously cited for one or more Class I or Class II
deficiencies during the last licensure inspection or any inspection or complaint investigation since
the last licensure inspection. A fine shall be levied notwithstanding the correction of the deficiency.
58. Based upon the above findings, the Respondent’s actions, inactions or conduct constituted
an isolated Class II deficiency pursuant to Section 400.23(8)(b), Florida Statutes (2014).
WHEREFORE, the Agency intends to impose an administrative fine in the amount of
TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($2,500.00) against the Respondent pursuant to .
Sections 400.23(8)(b), and 400.102, Florida Statutes (2014).
COUNT DI
Assignment Of Conditional Licensure Status Pursuant To Section 400.23(7)(b), Florida
Statutes (2014)
59. The Agency re-alleges and incorporates by reference the allegations in Count I and Count II.
60. The Agency is authorized to assign a conditional license status to skilled nursing facilities
pursuant to Section 400.23(7), Florida Statutes (2014).
61. Due to the presence of two Class I deficiencies that was not corrected within the time
established by the Agency, the Respondent was not in substantial compliance at the time of the
survey with criteria established under Chapter 400, Part II, Florida Statutes (2014), and the rules
adopted by the Agency.
62. The Agency assigned the Respondent conditional licensure status with an action effective
date of February 13, 2015. The original certificate for the conditional license is attached as Exhibit
A and is incorporated by reference.
63. | The Agency assigned the Respondent standard licensure status with an action effective date
of March 13, 2015. The original certificate for the standard license is attached as Exhibit B and is
li
incorporated by reference.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner, State of Florida, Agency for Health Care Administration,
respectfully requests the Court to enter a final order granting the Respondent conditional licensure
status beginning February 13, 2015, and ending on March 13, 2015, pursuant to Section
400.23(7)(b), Florida Statutes (2014).
CLAIM FOR RELIEF
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner, State of Florida, Agency for Health Care Administration,
respectfully requests the Court to enter a final order granting the following relief against the
Respondent as follows:
1. Make findings of fact and conclusions of law in favor of the Agency.
2. Impose an administrative fine against the Respondent in the amount of FIVE
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000.00.).
3. Assign conditional licensure status to the Respondent for the period beginning on
February 13, 2015, and ending on March 13, 2015.
4. Assess costs related to the investigation and prosecution of this case.
5. Enter any other relief that this Court deems just and appropriate.
Respectfully submitted this a3 day of Octo on-7__, 2015.
Andrea M. Lang, Assistant Generdi-Counsel
Florida Bar No. 0364568
Agency for Health Care Administration
Office of the General Counsel
2295 Victoria Avenue, Room 346C
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
(239) 335-1253
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NOTICE
RESPONDENT IS NOTIFIED THAT IT/HE/SHE HAS A RIGHT TO REQUEST AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 120.569 AND 120.57,
FLORIDA STATUTES, THE RESPONDENT IS FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT IT/HE/SHE
HAS THE RIGHT TO RETAIN AND BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS
MATTER. SPECIFIC OPTIONS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION ARE SET OUT IN
THE ATTACHED ELECTION OF RIGHTS.
ALL REQUESTS FOR HEARING SHALL BE MADE AND DELIVERED TO THE
ATTENTION OF: THE AGENCY CLERK, AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE :
ADMINISTRATION, 2727 MAHAN DRIVE, BLDG #3, MS #3, TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
32308; TELEPHONE (850) 412-3630.
THE RESPONDENT IS FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT IF A REQUEST FOR HEARING IS
NOT RECEIVED BY THE AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION WITHIN
TWENTY-ONE (21) DAYS OF THE RECEIPT OF THIS ADMINISTRATIVE
COMPLAINT, A FINAL ORDER WILL BE ENTERED BY THE AGENCY.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I] HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and cotrect copy of the Administrative Complaint: and
Election of Rights form were served to: Dawn Stanfield, Administrator, 2826 Cleveland Avenue
Operations LLC d/b/a Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare, 2826 Cleveland Avenue, Fort
Myers, Florida 33901, by United States Certified Mail, Return Receipt No. 7011 1570 0002 1700
9106 and to Corporation Service Company, Registered Agent, 2826 Cleveland Avenue Operations
LLC d/b/a Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare, 1201 Hays Street, Tallahassee, Florida
32301-2525, by United States Certified Mail, Return Receipt No. 7011 1570 0002 1700 9113 on
this Q2S*™ dayot October , 2015.
Qu ndee rn oe ,
Andrea M. Lang, Assistant General Couftsel
Florida Bar No. 0364568
Agency for Health Care Administration
Office of the General Counsel
2295 Victoria Avenue, Room 346C
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
(239) 335-1253
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Copies furnished to:
Dawn Stanfield, Administrator
2826 Cleveland Avenue Operations LLC
d/b/a Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
2826 Cleveland Avenue
Fort Myers, Florida 33901 -
(U.S. Certified Mail)
Andrea M. Lang, Assistant General Counsel
Agency for Health Care Administration
Office of the General Counsel
2295 Victoria Avenue, Room 346C
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
Cnteroffice Mail)
Corporation Service Company
Registered Agent
2826 Cleveland Avenue Operations LLC
d/b/a Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
1201 Hays Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32301-2525
(U.S. Certified Mail)
Bernard Hudson, Health Services and
Facilities Consultant Supervisor
Bureau of Long Term Care Services
Long Term Care Unit
Agency for Health Care Administration
2727 Mahan Drive
Building #3, Room 1213B
Tallahassee, Florida 32308
(Interoffice Mail)
Jon Seehawer
Field Office Manager
Agency for Health Care Administration
2295 Victoria Avenue, Room 340A
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
(Electronic Mail)
STATE OF FLORIDA
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Re: Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Case Nos. 2015007630 and 2015007631
ELECTION OF RIGHTS
This Election of Rights form is attached to a proposed action by the Agency for Health Care
Administration (AHCA). The title may be an Administrative Complaint, Notice of Intent to
Impose a Late Fee, or Notice of Intent to Impose a Late Fine.
Your Election of Rights must be returned by mail or by fax within twenty-one (21) days of the
date you receive the attached Administrative Complaint, Notice of Intent to Impose a Late Fee, or
Notice of Intent to Impose a Late Fine.
If your Election of Rights with your elected Option is not received by AHCA within twenty-one
(21) days from the date you received this notice of proposed action by AHCA, you will have given
up your right to contest the Agency’s proposed action and a Final Order will be issued.
Please use this form unless you, your attorney or your representative prefer to reply in accordance
’ with Chapter 120, Florida Statutes (2015) and Rule 28, Florida Administrative Code.
PLEASE RETURN YOUR ELECTION OF RIGHTS TO THIS ADDRESS:
Agency for Health Care Administration
Attention: Agency Clerk
2727 Mahan Drive, Mail Stop #3
Tallahassee, Florida 32308
Phone: 850-412-3630 Fax: 850-921-0158
PLEASE SELECT ONLY 1 OF THESE 3 OPTIONS
OPTION ONE (1) __ I admit the allegations of fact and law contained in the Notice of
Intent to Impose a Late Fine or Fee, or Administrative Complaint and I waive my right to
object and to have a hearing. I understand that by giving up my right to a hearing, a Final Order
will be issued that adopts the proposed agency action and imposes the penalty, fine or action.
OPTION TWO (2) __ I admit the allegations of fact and law contained in the Notice of
Intent to Impose a Late Fine or Fee, or Administrative Complaint, but I wish to be heard at,
an informal proceeding (pursuant to Section 120.57(2), Florida Statutes) where I may submit
testimony and written evidence to the Agency to show that the proposed administrative action is too
severe or that the fine should be reduced. .
OPTION THREE (3)__ I dispute the allegations of fact and law contained in the Notice of
Intent to Impose a Late Fee, the Notice of Intent to Impose a Late Fine, or Administrative
Complaint, and I request a formal hearing (pursuant to Subsection 120.57(1), Florida Statutes)
before an Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Division of Administrative Hearings.
PLEASE NOTE: Choosing OPTION THREE (3) by itself is NOT sufficient to obtain a formal
hearing. You also must file a written petition in order to obtain.a formal hearing before the
Division of Administrative Hearings under Section 120.57(1), Florida Statutes. It must be received
by the Agency Clerk at the address above within 21 days of your receipt of this proposed
administrative action. The request for formal hearing must conform to the requirements of Rule 28-
106.2015, Florida Administrative Code, which requires that it contain:
1. Your name, address, telephone number, and the name, address, and telephone number of
your representative or lawyer, if any.
2. The file number of the proposed action.
3. A statement of when you received notice of the Agency’s proposed action.
4. A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, you must state that there
are none.
Mediation under Section 120.573, Florida Statutes may be available in this matter if the Agency
agrees.
License Type: (Assisted Living Facility, Nursing Home, Medical Equipment,
Other)
Licensee Name: __- __ License Number:
Contact Person:
Name ; Title
Address:
Street and Number City State Zip Code
Telephone No. Fax No. E-Mail (optional)
Thereby certify that I am duly authorized to submit this Notice of Election of Rights to the Agency
for Health Care Administration on behalf of the above licensee.
Signature: Date:
Print Name: Title:
RICK SCOTT
GOVERNOR
ELIZABETH DUDEK
SECRETARY
August 27, 2015
Dawn Stanfield, Administrator . File Number: 83606
Heritage Park Rehabilitation And Healthcare License Number: 1290096
2826 Cleveland Ave Provider Type: Nursing Home
Fort Myers, FL 33901
RE: 2826 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers
Dear Ms. Stanfield:
The enclosed Nursing Home license with license number 1290096 and certificate
number 19577 is issued for the above provider effective February 13, 2015 through
January 31, 2016. The license is being issued for: approval of the Status Change to
Conditional during licensure period application.
Review your certificate thoroughly to ensure that all information is correct and
consistent with your records. If errors are noted, please contact the Long Term Care
Unit.
Please take a short customer satisfaction survey on our website at
ahca.myflorida.com/survey/ to let us know how we can serve you better. Additional
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Exhibit A
Original Certificate of Conditional License
2826 Cleveland Avenue Operations LLC
d/b/a Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Certificate No. 19577
License No. SNF1290096
Docket for Case No: 15-007084
Issue Date |
Proceedings |
Mar. 28, 2019 |
Agency Final Order filed.
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Jan. 29, 2016 |
Order Closing File and Relinquishing Jurisdiction. CASE CLOSED.
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Jan. 28, 2016 |
Motion to Relinquish Jurisdiction to the Agency filed.
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Jan. 21, 2016 |
Respondent?s Notice of Serving Answers, Responses and Objections to Petitioner?s First Set of Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents filed.
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Dec. 28, 2015 |
Order of Pre-hearing Instructions.
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Dec. 28, 2015 |
Notice of Hearing by Video Teleconference (hearing set for March 9 and 10, 2016; 9:30 a.m.; Fort Myers and Tallahassee, FL).
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Dec. 23, 2015 |
Respondent's First Request for Production of Documents Directed to Petitioner filed.
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Dec. 23, 2015 |
Respondent's Notice of Serving First Set of Interrogatories to Petitioner filed.
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Dec. 22, 2015 |
Joint Response to Initial Order filed.
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Dec. 22, 2015 |
Notice of Service of Petitioner's First Set of Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents filed.
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Dec. 16, 2015 |
Initial Order.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Election of Rights filed.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Request for Formal Administrative Hearing filed.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Standard License filed.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Conditional License filed.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Administrative Complaint filed.
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Dec. 15, 2015 |
Notice (of Agency referral) filed.
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Orders for Case No: 15-007084