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Sibley Mem Hosp Renaissance

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

5255 Loughboro Road NW
Washington, DC 20016

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-DC-095030-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Washington, DC
Record Period
2019–2024
Source Documents
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 5 inspections from September 2019 to August 2024, state surveyors documented 34 findings at Sibley Mem Hosp Renaissance; 34 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections
5
2019–2024, complaint and standard
Findings
34
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
34
Of 34 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
1
1 fine; payment not published

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2019: 8 findings across 1 inspection820191 inspection2020: 0 findings across 0 inspections020200 inspections2021: 8 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1820211 inspection2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 inspections2023: 12 findings across 1 inspection1220231 inspection2024: 6 findings across 2 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1620242 inspections2025: 0 findings across 0 inspections020250 inspections2026: 0 findings across 0 inspections02026*0 inspections2019: 8 findings across 1 inspection820191 insp.2020: 0 findings across 0 inspections020200 insp.2021: 8 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1820211 insp.2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 insp.2023: 12 findings across 1 inspection1220231 insp.2024: 6 findings across 2 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1620242 insp.2025: 0 findings across 0 inspections020250 insp.2026: 0 findings across 0 inspections02026*0 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
2019180
2020000
2021181
2022000
20231120
2024261
2025000
2026000

What the Record Shows

  • 34 of 34 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window: 1 fine of $8,827, its payment not published.
  • 2 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, January 9, 2023, recorded 12 findings (most serious: Level E).
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    3 findings

    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 7, 2024
    • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 7, 2024
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 7, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    3 findings

    • F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Mar 4, 2024
    • F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 4, 2024
    • F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 4, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    12 findings

    • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F578Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F584Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023
    • F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 10, 2023

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $8,827 imposed February 6, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2021

    Standard health inspection

    8 findings

    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level GActual harmCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F578Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 22, 2021

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  5. 2019

    Standard health inspection

    8 findings

    • F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019
    • F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 12, 2019

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Infection Control, Cited in Four Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in September 2019, April 2021, January 2023 and August 2024. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F880 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F657 in September 2019, April 2021 and January 2023. This citation covers whether care plans are written on time and revised by a team that includes the resident’s caregivers. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F657 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F812 in September 2019, April 2021 and January 2023. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F812 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Treatment Choices and Advance Directives, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F578 in April 2021 and January 2023. This citation covers residents’ right to accept or refuse treatment and to make an advance directive. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F578 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F610 in January 2023 and August 2024. This citation covers how the home responds to and investigates an allegation of abuse, neglect or mistreatment. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F610 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F686 in September 2019 and April 2021. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F686 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Citation F756, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F756 in September 2019 and August 2024. The agency describes it this way: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F756 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Keep all essential equipment working safely, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F908 in April 2021 and January 2023. The agency describes it this way: Keep all essential equipment working safely. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    1921232424F908 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

    Infection Control: cited in four inspections, most seriously at level E.

  2. 02

    How often are care plans revised, and who takes part in the review?

    Care Plan Timing and Review: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  3. 03

    May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

    Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

  4. 04

    How are a resident’s advance directive and treatment wishes recorded and shared with every shift?

    Treatment Choices and Advance Directives: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  5. 05

    When an allegation is made, who investigates it, and how are residents protected in the meantime?

    Investigating Alleged Violations: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  6. 06

    How often are residents checked for pressure injuries and repositioned, and who is responsible for it?

    Pressure Injury Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

  7. 07

    What changed after F756 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F756: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  8. 08

    What changed after F908 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Keep all essential equipment working safely: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  9. 09

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  10. 10

    What led to the 2024 fine, and has it been paid?

    An $8,827 civil money penalty was imposed February 6, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the District of Columbia state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    District of Columbia state survey agency

    Inspection Sep 13, 2019 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    District of Columbia state survey agency

    Inspection Apr 23, 2021 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    District of Columbia state survey agency

    Inspection Jan 9, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    District of Columbia state survey agency

    Inspection Feb 6, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    District of Columbia state survey agency

    Inspection Aug 14, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 095030

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowSeptember 13, 2019 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before September 2019 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid
CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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