Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0550
Federal health inspectors cited WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE in ARGYLE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0550 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 4 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.
F-Tag F0600
F 0600 Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete
progress notes dated 02/12/2025 documented that Registered Nurse #2 was called to the resident's room to assess their injuries after the fall. They observed Resident #128 lying on the floor, next to their bed, on their back. Resident with complaint of pain on the left side of their head and a hematoma noted with bruising to their right and left knees.Nurse Practitioner #1's progress notes dated 02/13/2025 at 10:33 AM documented Resident #128 was evaluated for report of fall out of bed on 02/12/2025. Report hematoma left head but nothing visible at this time. No joint tenderness or swelling,Facility staff were educated on 02/13/2025 on care plan violation by Director of Nursing #1 and Assistant Director of Nursing #1. Education was conducted for all staff regarding understanding the importance of reading care cards and the potential consequences of not adhering to them.A review of investigation notes dated 02/13/2025 documented that Certified Nurse Aide #2 stated the resident was in bed getting changed when they had another bowel movement. They stated that they stepped out of the room to get a new pad, and upon returning, the resident was on the floor next to their bed. During an attempted phone interview on 09/11/2025 at 12:35 PM, Certified Nurse Aide #2 was contacted. A phone message was left, and no return phone call was received.During an interview on 09/11/2025 at 2:35 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse #5 stated they were working when they heard a noise from Resident #128's room, and the resident was found on the floor. They stated they observed the resident lying on their back on the floor with their head against the fall mat, and
the bed was noted in an elevated position. They stated that they contacted the supervising nurse, who came down to assess the resident.During an interview on 09/12/2025 at 11:35 AM, Director of Nursing #1 stated they assessed the resident the day after the incident. They stated that the staff used a Hoyer lift to place the resident in bed on 02/12/2025 in the evening. They stated Certified Nurse Aide #2 was changing
the resident when they became incontinent again and required a clean pad. They stated that the aide stepped out of the room across the hall to obtain a clean pad from the linen cart, and upon re-entering the room, the resident was lying on the floor next to their bed. Director of Nursing #1 stated that during the investigation, it was determined that the resident's bed was not in the lowest position, and only one (1) side floor mat and bolster was observed in place (to the side opposite of which resident fell out). They stated Registered Nurse #2 assessment findings of a hematoma to the forehead and bruising to both knees. They stated there was no skin abnormalities noted on their assessment on 02/13/2025.Based on the following corrective actions taken, there was sufficient evidence the facility corrected the noncompliance and was in substantial compliance with this specific regulatory requirement at the time of this survey: Completed a full house audit to determine what residents required floor mats to be placed and to determine compliance.
Developed and implemented education on 02/13/2025 for entire facility associated with the following of care plans, specifically for residents with safety and fall care plans. Developed and implemented a plan to ensure all residents were safe and free of potential neglect for staff not following care plans. 10 New York Codes, Rules and Regulations 415.4(b)(1)(i)
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F-Tag F0695
Federal health inspectors cited WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE in ARGYLE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0695 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 4 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.
F-Tag F0814
Federal health inspectors cited WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE in ARGYLE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0814 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 4 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.
WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE in ARGYLE, NY 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 ARGYLE, NY, (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 WASHINGTON CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.