Artesia Palms Care Center
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0600
F 0600 Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete
dark purple in color. 2. Nose bridge discoloration, measuring 2.0 cm by 2.0 cm, dark purple in color. 3. Left eyebrow skin tear measuring 0.5 cm by 1.0 cm, presented as a dry scab (protective crust that forms over a wound) with mild redness. 4. Left dorsal fifth digit skin tear, measuring 0.5 cm by 0.5 cm, presented as dry scab with mild redness. During a review of Resident 2's Nurse's Notes, dated 10/31/2025 and timed at 10:28 a.m., the Nurse's Notes indicated Resident 2's physician ordered Resident 2 to be transferred to a GACH for evaluation and treatment related to a physical altercation. During a review of Resident 2's 72 Hours Charting, dated 10/31/2025 and timed at 12:19 p.m., the 72 Hours Charting indicated Resident 2 was transferred to a GACH at approximately 12:15 p.m., for evaluation and treatment. During a review the of the facility's Five Day Follow Up Report, dated 11/4/2025, the Five Day Follow Up Report indicated on
interview with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated he was using the restroom when his roommate (Resident 2) opened the door and walked in. Resident 1 stated, I told him to get out but Resident 2 refused to leave the restroom and came towards him (Resident 1). Resident 1 stated at that point he made contact with Resident 2. During a review of the GACH's ED (Emergency Department) Provider Notes, dated 10/31/2025 and timed at 12:48 p.m., the ED Provider Notes indicated Resident 2 presented with eye trauma after he (Resident 2) walked in on his roommate (Resident 1) in the bathroom and was punched by Resident 1.
During a review of the GACH's Computerized Tomography ([CT] a type of imaging that uses X-ray techniques to create detailed images of the body) scan without contrast (scan performed without using a contrast agent [specific dye to highlight specific tissues, organs, or blood vessels]), dated 10/31/2025 and timed at 12:38 p.m., of Resident 2's head, the CT scan indicated the following: 1. A mildly depressed nasal bone fracture. 2. A left periorbital hematoma. During an interview on 11/12/2025 at 6:32 a.m., Resident 2 stated Resident 1 was taking too long to use the toilet (Resident 2 unable to provide details). Resident 2 stated Resident 1 punched him (Resident 2) in the face once and pushed him backwards and he (Resident 2) fell back onto the floor. During an interview on 11/12/2025 at 8:55 a.m., the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) stated Resident 1 punched Resident 2 in the face after Resident 2 walked in the bathroom while Resident 1 was still using it. The ADON stated Resident 2 sustained skin tears on his left little finger, his left eyebrow, and had facial discoloration. The ADON stated Resident 2 was transferred to a GACH for evaluation and treatment. The ADON stated the altercation between Residents 1 and 2 was considered physical abuse and residents had the right to be free from abuse. During an interview on 11/12/2025 at 9:40 a.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) stated residents have the right to be free from abuse because it can damage the residents' physical and mental wellbeing. The DON stated Resident 2 sustained injuries from the physical altercation between him and Resident 1. During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, and Misappropriation Prevention Program revised 1/2025, the P&P indicated residents have the right to be free from abuse and this includes physical abuse.
The P&P indicated there was a facility wide commitment to protect residents from abuse from other residents.
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ARTESIA PALMS CARE CENTER in ARTESIA, CA inspection on recent inspection.
Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an F-tag violation?
- F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
- Were these violations corrected?
- Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
- How often do nursing home inspections happen?
- CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
- What should families do about these violations?
- Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in ARTESIA, CA, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
- Where can I see the full inspection report?
- Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from ARTESIA PALMS CARE CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.