Failure to Provide Timely Dental Services
Penalty
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Summary
A resident with diagnoses including dementia and cognitive communication deficit was admitted to the facility and had not received a dental evaluation or dental services since admission. The resident reported experiencing pain when chewing food, which was observed by the surveyor during a breakfast meal, where the resident took small bites and consumed limited food, stating pain in the right jaw while chewing. Review of the clinical record confirmed that the resident had not seen a dentist since admission, and an oral health evaluation later revealed the presence of 1-3 decayed or broken teeth. The registered dietitian noted that during a previous interview regarding weight loss, the resident did not mention dental pain at that time.