Story Medical Senior Care

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Story Medical Senior Care, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF610Nov 19, 2025

  Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, family interview and policy review, the facility failed to complete a thorough investigation and take steps to ensure resident safety after alleged abuse for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for abuse (Resident #1). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documented Resident #1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13, indicating intact cognition. The MDS documented diagnoses to include debility, cardiorespiratory conditions, heart failure, renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, unspecified macular degeneration, anxiety disorder and depression. The resident was dependent on toileting hygiene and required substantial/maximal assistance with toilet transfer. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF812May 9, 2024

  Based on observation, facility staff interview, and facility policy the facility failed to meet professional standards of food service sanitation during meal service. The facility reported a census of 48. Findings include: On 5/8/24 at 11:45 AM during an observation of the meal service on first floor dining room, witnessed Staff B, Cook, remove the stainless steel covering off the food and placed the lids upright, alongside the cabinet, behind the steam table. The lids touched the floor. Interview on 5/8/24 at 12:30 PM Staff A, Dietitian, reported the covers are usually set alongside the food on the table. Staff B didn't place the lids appropriately. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF943May 9, 2024

  Based on personnel file review, facility policy, and staff interview, the facility failed to assure 3 of 5 staff met the requirements for Mandatory Adult Abuse Training (Staff D, Staff E, and Staff F). The facility reported a census for 48 residents. Findings include: The New Hires Since Last Survey Form provided by the facility listed the following staff with hire dates: a. Staff D, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): 5/22/23. b. Staff E, Food Nutrition Services (FNS): 6/13/23. c. Staff F, FNS: 7/7/23. Staff D's personnel file lacked a two-hour Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training until 1/24/24. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Nov 19, 2025

  Based on clinical record review, staff interviews, family interview and policy review, the facility failed to report an allegation of alleged abuse to the State survey and certification agency for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for abuse (Resident #1). The facility reported a census of 57 residents. Findings include: The Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], documented Resident #1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 13, indicating intact cognition. The MDS documented diagnoses to include debility, cardiorespiratory conditions, heart failure, renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, unspecified macular degeneration, anxiety disorder and depression. The resident was dependent on toileting hygiene and required substantial/maximal assistance with toilet transfer. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF644Apr 3, 2025

  Based on clinical record review, staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to submit a Level II Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASSR) evaluation for 1 of 1 residents reviewed with a new mental health diagnosis and initiation of a psychotropic medication (Resident #17). The facility reported a census of 54 residents. Findings include: Resident #17's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] included a diagnosis of delusional disorder. The MDS reflected Resident #17 received an antidepressant on a routine basis during the lookback period. The Care Plan initiated 5/24/24 indicated Resident #17 received the antidepressant Lexapro due to his diagnosis of delusions and anxiety. […]