Based on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure 1) Residents' immunization status was verified and 2) current vaccinations were offered. This was found to be evident for 4 (Resident #30, #45, #2, and #49) out of 5 Residents reviewed for infection control during the recertification and complaint survey. The findings include: Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious, airborne bacterial infection primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which usually attacks the lungs but can affect other body parts like the brain or spine. …
F883 citations in Maryland
Flu and pneumonia vaccines · Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
Against expectation — 2025
Maryland cites F883 more often than its own record predicts
1.25 times the share F883 takes of citations nationally.
Of every deficiency written in Maryland in 2025, this is the portion that was F883.
Each state is measured against its own expected share, not against other states.
In the surveyor’s words
What Maryland surveyors wrote
F883 findings written in Maryland, one from each severity band recorded here, most serious first.
Severity is as the surveyor wrote it. Some findings had already been corrected before the survey.
Based on medical record review for residents, review of the facility policies, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility staff failed to develop the policies and procedures to ensure residents or responsible parties receive education regarding the benefits and potential side effects of Influenza immunization. This was found to be true in a review of the facility's Influenza vaccination policy during the annual survey. The findings include: Flu (also known as influenza) is a contagious disease that spreads around the United States every year, usually between October and May. Anyone can get the flu, but it is more dangerous for some people. …
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Recent years
| Year | Share of Maryland citations | vs expected |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.76% | 0.86× |
| 2024 | 0.80% | 1.05× |
| 2025 | 0.79% | 1.25× |
Shares of citations, not counts: earlier years hold fewer inspections.
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