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Health Inspection Summary
Aristacare at Meadow Springs
845 Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 279-7300
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Deficiency Category
Inspection Date:
2/27/25
Complaint Reporting Period:
4/1/24 - 3/31/25
Inspection Date:
4/19/24
Complaint Reporting Period:
4/1/23 - 3/31/24
Inspection Date:
7/10/23
Complaint Reporting Period:
4/1/22 - 3/31/23
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies005
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies655
Infection Control Deficiencies011
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies233
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies000
Resident Rights Deficiencies212
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies001
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies101
Environmental Deficiencies101
Administration Deficiencies111

Detailed result for inspection on 2/27/25
Date of last standard health inspection:2/27/25Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 4/1/24 - 3/31/25
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 4/1/24 - 3/31/25
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:13
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Pennsylvania:10.3
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.6
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
No Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure 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.

Note: The nursing home is disputing this citation.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
No Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Implement 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.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2/27/254/1/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Detailed result for inspection on 4/19/24
Date of last standard health inspection:4/19/24Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 4/1/23 - 3/31/24
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 4/1/23 - 3/31/24
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:11
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Pennsylvania:10.3
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.4
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
No Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

4/19/245/28/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

4/19/245/28/24
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

4/19/245/28/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

4/19/245/28/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

4/19/245/28/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

7/31/238/11/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

7/13/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
No Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
No Pharmacy Service Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

4/19/245/28/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Detailed result for inspection on 7/10/23
Date of last standard health inspection:7/10/23Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 4/1/22 - 3/31/23
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 4/1/22 - 3/31/23
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:20
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Pennsylvania:9.6
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:8.7
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2/16/232/24/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

6/3/228/2/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

10/3/2211/3/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

1/19/232/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

1/19/232/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

6/3/228/2/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Complaints and facility-reported incidents in the past 3 years
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

9/19/2410/22/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

11/14/2412/17/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

4/5/234/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

7/31/238/11/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

7/13/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2/16/232/24/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

6/3/228/2/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

10/3/2211/3/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

1/19/232/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

1/19/232/19/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

7/10/237/26/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

6/3/228/2/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

3/15/233/31/23
3 - Actual harm
Few
Infection control inspection deficiencies in the past 3 years
This nursing home has not had any infection control inspections in the past 3 years.
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