Late Submission of Investigation Findings for Resident Incident
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to submit investigation findings for a resident-to-resident incident to the State Survey Agency within the required timeframe for two of nine sampled residents. The incident was initially reported to the State Survey Agency, but the facility's investigation findings were submitted one day late, after the five-day deadline had passed. During an interview, a staff member confirmed that such incidents are to be reported within 24 hours and investigation findings submitted within five days, excluding weekends and holidays. Review of the facility's policy confirmed these reporting requirements.