Failure to Pay Vendors in a Timely Manner
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to pay bills in a timely manner, resulting in significant outstanding balances to multiple vendors. Review of the Nursing Home Administrator's job description confirmed responsibility for managing the facility in accordance with all applicable regulations and for all financial transactions. Financial documents revealed that the facility was placed on a weekly payment plan with a staffing agency after accruing a debt of $3,829,128.60. The staffing agency suspended services due to non-payment, which were only reinstated after a payment was received. Additionally, the facility owed substantial amounts to both water and sewage vendors, with the water vendor reporting an outstanding balance of $274,465.77 and the sewage vendor $217,024.70. The water vendor had initiated court action to recover payments, and the sewage vendor reported having to send monthly reminders for overdue payments. The Nursing Home Administrator confirmed the facility's failure to remain current with these vendors and indicated that payment plans were being sought.