All citations for Russell Regional Hospital Ltcu

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

September 16, 2025

Showing 26 to 50 of 70 citations

  1. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0291, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  2. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0293, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  3. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0354, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  4. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  5. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  6. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0761, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  7. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0908, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  8. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  9. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0111, Construction Deficiencies. Inspection of September 16, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 23, 2026).

  10. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0355, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 16, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 29, 2025).

  11. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of September 16, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 29, 2025).

  12. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0753, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of September 16, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 9, 2026).

  13. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of September 16, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 29, 2025).

  14. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0883, Infection Control Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 21, 2024).

  15. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0211, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  16. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0355, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  17. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  18. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0761, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  19. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0781, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  20. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of January 17, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 22, 2024).

  21. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0641, Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (August 14, 2022).

  22. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0659, Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (August 14, 2022).

  23. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0131, Construction Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  24. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

  25. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0923, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of June 27, 2022. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (September 23, 2022).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of October 1, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.