Survey cycles in this release
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2019-10-17 | 2 | 2019-10-17 | 4 |
| Cycle 2 | 2018-09-06 | 4 | 2018-09-06 | 3 |
| Cycle 3 | 2017-08-17 | 6 | 2017-08-17 | 1 |
NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD
700 Hutchins Avenue · Gadsden, AL 35901 · Etowah County
The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2019-10-17 | 2 | 2019-10-17 | 4 |
| Cycle 2 | 2018-09-06 | 4 | 2018-09-06 | 3 |
| Cycle 3 | 2017-08-17 | 6 | 2017-08-17 | 1 |
0 rows carry G–L scope/severity codes; 0 carry J–L. 3 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-21Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-21Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-22Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-22Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-22To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2019-11-22Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-29Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-29Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-29Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-29Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-10-16Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-28Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2018-09-28Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-09-07Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2017-08-22Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment-denial days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-26 | Fine | $221,520 | 0 |
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