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FOWLER RESIDENTIAL CARE Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (FOWLER, Kansas)

401 E 6TH, FOWLER, Kansas 67844

Phone: 6206465215

CMS Overall:5/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
20
Avg Residents/Day
13.5
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Meade
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality4/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityKansas AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day2.090.73+1.36
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day6.134.13+2.00
CMS Staffing Rating5/53.5/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover28.0%48%-

Health Citation History

9 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-02-26Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-02-26Resident Rights DeficienciesGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.J – Immediate Jeopardy
2023-05-10Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-05-10Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Pharmacy Service DeficienciesImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Infection Control DeficienciesDesignate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.C – Minimal Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

5 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-02-26Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-02-26Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-05-10Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-30Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$8,021
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
2
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2024-04-30Fine$8,021-
2024-04-30Payment Denial-6 days starting 2024-05-17

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