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32 | The investigation revealed that R1 was receiving home health services prior to admission, and continued those services one month later, after being admitted to the facility in January 2025. The home health nurse confirmed to LPA that R1 continued to experience falls and increasingly aggressive behaviors. In May 2025, the Executive Director and administrative staff communicated with R1's responsible party and primary care physician regarding R1's declining condition and safety concerns. As a result, R1's insurance provider authorized and funded a treatment plan that included physical therapy, and medication adjustments. Eventually, temporary one-to-one caregiver services was provided for R1. After the authorized services ended, R1's aggressive behaviors and medical decline continued to increase. Facility staff remained in communication with the insurance provider and the (RP) regarding additional caregiver services and discussed alternative placement options that would better meet R1's increasing care needs. The request for additional insurance coverage for caregiver services was denied.
Due to the health and safety risks presented by R1's medical decline, the facility initiated private one-to-one caregiver services to protect R1 and other residents. The admission agreement, signed by R1's (RP), authorizes the facility to implement additional services when necessary to address a resident's health and safety needs.
Based on interviews, and records review, LPA determined the facility acted appropriately to address R1's health and safety needs in accordance with the terms of the admission agreement. There was insufficient evidence to support the allegation that the facility improperly charged R1 for unauthorized services. It was later revealed to LPA, by the ED, the additional charges for (R1) was subsequently absorbed by the facility. Therefore, the allegation is Unsubstantiated at this time.
Exit interview conducted and copy of report provided to ED. |