Louisville, KY

Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $21,879 in total fines with 9 recent health deficiencies with 11 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2141 Sycamore Avenue, Louisville, KY

(502) 895-5417

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Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

96

Certified beds

Average residents

83

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Simcha Hyman & Naftali Zanziper

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1992-04-07

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.87

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.62

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.90

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.97

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

39%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

58%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.6%
94.3%
2.3 pts better
93.4%
3.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.5%
96.2%
1.3 pts better
95.5%
2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.1%
3.8%
0.7 pts better
3.3%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.8%
15.2%
14.4 pts better
11.4%
10.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.8%
6.7%
1.1 pts worse
5.4%
2.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 11.6%
29.6%
18 pts better
19.6%
8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.3%
17.6%
9.3 pts better
16.7%
8.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.2%
0.2 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 22.4%
17.3%
5.1 pts worse
16.3%
6.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 16.2%
15.6%
0.6 pts worse
14.9%
1.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.3%
0.7%
0.4 pts better
1.0%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.1%
1.7%
0.4 pts worse
1.7%
0.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 15.7%
19.8%
4.1 pts better
19.8%
4.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 6.5%
5.5%
1 pts worse
5.1%
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 58.4%
83.8%
25.4 pts worse
81.7%
23.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.7%
1.8%
0.9 pts worse
1.6%
1.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 74.5%
83.6%
9.1 pts worse
79.7%
5.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-09-20 · Fire 2024-09-20

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2019-04-05 · Fire 2019-04-05

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2018-01-19 · Fire 2018-01-19

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2024-10-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-11-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-10-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2024-11-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2019-05-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2019-05-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

K232 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

Corrected 2019-05-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2019-06-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2019-06-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2019-05-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

K322 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that laboratories employing quantities of flammable, combustible, or hazardous materials have fire resistant walls and automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2018-02-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2018-02-16

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F576 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

Corrected 2024-10-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2024-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-10-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Corrected 2024-10-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-10-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-10-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-20

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-10-16

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-04-12

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2024-03-15

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-04-12

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-03-15

G · Actual harm 2019-04-05

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2019-05-14

G · Actual harm 2019-04-05

F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2019-05-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2019-05-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2019-05-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F635 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2019-05-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-04-05

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2019-05-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2018-02-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected 2018-02-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2018-02-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2018-02-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2018-02-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2018-01-19

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2018-02-16

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$6,233 2024-09-20

Fine

Fine · fine $6,233

Fine

$15,646 2024-04-12

Fine

Fine · fine $15,646

Fine

Ownership

Clearview Ky SNF Holdco LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 19 facilities 2021-12-01
Beason, Bridgette

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-06-25
Clearview Healthcare Management Ky LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 20 facilities 2020-01-01
Hc Family Trust

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 59 facilities 2021-12-01
Shnz Holdings LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 41 facilities 2021-12-01
Sweet Home Management LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 29 facilities 2021-12-01
Vujanovic, Mick

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 33 facilities 2020-01-01
Zanziper Family Trust

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 64 facilities 2021-12-01

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