Independence Care Center of Perry County

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Independence Care Center of Perry County, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF640Jan 9, 2026

  Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to electronically transmit Minimum Data Set assessments (MDS, a federally mandated assessment completed by the facility) in a timely manner and in accordance with guidelines for five residents (Resident #1, #2, #3, #33, and #36) of 18 sampled residents and one resident (Resident #8) outside the sample. The facility census was 76.Review of the facility's policy, MDS Assessments, revised March 2024, showed:- The facility will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant completion and electronic transmission of MDS in accordance with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, supporting resident care planning, quality outcomes, and reimbursement accuracy;- MDS assessments are scheduled according to the CMS-required… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF550Mar 5, 2021

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to treat each resident with dignity, respect, and care in a manner which enhanced his/her quality of life for two residents (Residents #8 and #11) out of 18 sampled residents and nine residents (Resident #12, #13, #14, #27, #54, #56, #59, #116, and #213) outside the sample. The facility's census was 83. 1. Observation of the Assisted Dining Room (ADR) on 3/2/21 from 11:51 A.M. through 1:55 P.M. showed: - At 11:51 A.M., Resident #11 sat at a table across from another resident who was being assisted with his/her lunch by staff. Resident #11 was not served a drink while waiting for assistance. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF638Jan 9, 2026

  Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS-a federally mandated assessment tool completed by the facility) within the required timeframes for two residents (Resident #3 and #33) out of 18 sampled residents. The facility's census was 76.Review of the facility's policy, MDS Assessments, revised March 2024, showed:- The facility will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant completion and electronic transmission of MDS in accordance with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, supporting resident care planning, quality outcomes, and reimbursement accuracy;- MDS assessments are scheduled according to the CMS-required timeframes, including admission, quarterly, annual, and significant change;- Assessment Reference… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF641Jan 9, 2026

  Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to document an accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS-a federally mandated assessment completed by the facility staff) for eight residents (Resident #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #33, #36, and #52) out of 18 sampled residents and one resident (Resident #25) outside the sample. The facility's census was 76.Review of the facility's policy, MDS Assessments, revised March 2024, showed: - The facility will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant completion and electronic transmission of MDS in accordance with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, supporting resident care planning, quality outcomes, and reimbursement accuracy; - MDS assessments are scheduled according to the CMS-required timeframes, including admission, quarterly,… […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF812Jan 9, 2026

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, facility staff failed to serve food in a manner to reduce the risk of cross contamination and food borne illness by touching the residents' items and food with bare hands. The facility census was 76. Review of the policy, Infection Control with Meals, undated, showed:- The facility maintains strict infection control practices during all aspects of meal service to protect residents, staff, and visitors. Proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), food handling techniques, and environmental sanitation shall be followed in accordance with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) regulations;- Hand hygiene must be performed before handling food or meal trays; before and after assisting a… […]