The Vardell Report.Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Saluda

Across 3 inspections from March 2021 to March 2026, state surveyors documented 31 findings at Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Saluda; 31 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections

3

2021–2026, standard

Findings

31

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

31

Of 31 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

2

1 fine; payment not published, 1 closed

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. Mar 62026

   Standard health inspection

   9 findings

   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Apr 15, 2026
   • 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 Apr 15, 2026
   • 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 Apr 15, 2026
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 15, 2026
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 12, 2026
   • F773Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 15, 2026
   • F775Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 15, 2026
   • 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 Apr 15, 2026
   • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 15, 2026

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $46,745 imposed March 6, 2026. 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 March 6, 2026, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Enforcement Action

   Denial of payment imposed March 6, 2026. Status: Closed, June 12, 2026. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of March 6, 2026, the nearest before the penalty date.

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

2. Dec 202022

   Standard health inspection

   13 findings

   • F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 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 Jan 31, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F886Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023
   • F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 31, 2023

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

3. Mar 192021

   Standard health inspection

   9 findings

   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 2021
   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 2021
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 2021
   • 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 Apr 23, 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 Apr 23, 2021
   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 2021
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 2021
   • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 23, 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 Apr 23, 2021

   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.

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

1. 1

   Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F656 in March 2021 and March 2026. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. 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.

   212226F656 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F657 in March 2021 and March 2026. 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.

   212226F657 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F686 in March 2021 and December 2022. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). 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.

   212226F686 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Pharmacy Services, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F755 in December 2022 and March 2026. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. 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.

   212226F755 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Medication Error Rate, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F759 in March 2021 and December 2022. This citation covers whether medication errors stayed under 5 percent when inspectors watched medications being given. 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.

   212226F759 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Citation F883, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F883 in December 2022 and March 2026. The agency describes it this way: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. 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.

   212226F883 across all 3 inspections, oldest to newest

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

1. 01

   How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

   Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

2. 02

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

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

3. 03

   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 D.

4. 04

   How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?

   Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

5. 05

   How are medication passes checked, and what happens when an error is found?

   Medication Error Rate: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

6. 06

   What changed after F883 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F883: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

7. 07

   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.

8. 08

   What led to the 2026 fine, and has it been paid?

   A $46,745 civil money penalty was imposed March 6, 2026. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds two enforcement actions in the window.

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

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

  Virginia state survey agency

  Inspection Mar 19, 2021 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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

  Virginia state survey agency

  Inspection Dec 20, 2022 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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

  Virginia state survey agency

  Inspection Mar 6, 2026 · 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 · 495430

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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

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