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EMERALD CARE CENTER SOUTHWEST LLC Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma)

5600 SOUTH WALKER, OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma 73109

Phone: 4056327771

CMS Overall:1/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
112
Avg Residents/Day
67.4
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Oklahoma
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
Yes

CMS Star Ratings

Overall1/5
Health1/5
Staffing2/5
Quality2/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityOklahoma AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.260.34-0.07
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.343.82-0.48
CMS Staffing Rating2/52.7/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover63.9%55.4%-

Health Citation History

45 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-07-14Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-07-14Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-05Quality 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
2025-04-09Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G – Actual Harm
2025-04-09Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-09Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-09Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-09Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-09Administration DeficienciesProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Pharmacy 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Infection Control DeficienciesImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Infection Control DeficienciesDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Environmental DeficienciesMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-10-12Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-10-12Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-17Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-17Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-17Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-05Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-05Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-05Pharmacy 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
2024-02-05Administration DeficienciesProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-05Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-05Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Rights DeficienciesReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Pharmacy 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

8 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2024-12-13Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-13Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-12-21Services DeficienciesHave an externally vented heating system.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$8,278
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
2
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-04-09Fine$8,278-
2025-04-09Payment Denial-3 days starting 2025-05-02

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