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K0521
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HVAC System Deficiency Due to Improper Venting

Lima, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 02-04-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to maintain the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system on one of its fifteen floors. During an observation on the ground floor inside the office therapy department, it was found that three portable air conditioning units were vented above the drop ceiling into the interstitial space, creating a plenum. This observation was confirmed during an exit interview with the Maintenance Director.

Plan Of Correction

Preparation and submission of this POC is required by State and Federal law. This POC does not constitute an admission for purposes of general liability, professional malpractice, or any other court proceedings. K 0521 Temporary AC units were removed from the building. Maintenance Department or designee will monitor are weekly for one quarter to ensure this issue does not reoccur.

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