Facility Watch Inspection records for every certified US nursing home

Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit

7785 North State Street
Lowville, NY 13367
(315) 376-5200

CCN
335428
Certified beds
160
Ownership
Government - County

Nurse staffing

4.41
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted

Registered nurses: 0.88 hours per resident per day

Nursing staff turnover: 45% a year

Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.

Inspection history

Inspected October 10, 2024

3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0744 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 22, 2024
E
F0835 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 22, 2024
K
F0600 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Pattern

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 22, 2024

Inspected July 30, 2024

5 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0554 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 10, 2024
D
F0810 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
E
F0689 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
E
F0804 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
E
F0812 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024

Inspected July 6, 2022

6 citations · Health
D
F0609 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022
D
F0610 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022
D
F0690 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022
D
F0761 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022
E
F0836 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022
G
F0689 Actual harm · Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 31, 2022

Inspected December 6, 2019

2 citations · Health
D
F0577 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 11, 2019
D
F0761 No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 1, 2020

Penalties

DateTypeAmount
October 10, 2024Fine$160,046