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Wedgewood Healthcare Center
1010 Carpenters Way, Lakeland, FL 33809
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Wedgewood Healthcare Center Description
Wedgewood Healthcare Center is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 3.5 miles outside the small town of Kathleen, Florida. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 making it the 25th highest rated community in the city out of 36 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Residents and their families have shared varied experiences at the senior living facility, highlighting both commendations and concerns. Some staff members, including nurses and CNAs, have been praised for their professionalism, care, and dedication, significantly impacting residents' well-being. Specific employees have been recognized for going above and beyond in their roles, providing exceptional care and support to residents.
However, there have been reports of communication challenges, particularly regarding answering phone calls and providing updates on residents' conditions. Some reviews express dissatisfaction with the level of care provided when certain staff members are not present, suggesting inconsistencies in service quality.
The facility itself has been described as clean, with efforts to maintain a welcoming environment. The rehabilitation services and activities available to residents have been positively noted, contributing to a supportive recovery and living experience. Dietary services have also received compliments for accommodating residents' needs and preferences.
Concerns have been raised about billing and management practices, with some families experiencing difficulties in these areas. Despite these issues, many reviews express gratitude for the care and support provided to their loved ones, highlighting the positive impact of dedicated staff members and the overall community atmosphere.
It's evident that while there are areas for improvement, particularly in communication and consistency of care, many residents and their families have had positive experiences at the facility, largely due to the efforts of caring and committed staff.
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Health
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 2
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: March 26, 1999
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 120
Total current residents: 113
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Both
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 8
Number of payment denials: 1
Number of fines: 11
Total cost of fines: $56547
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2021-04-22 | 2021-05-17 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-28 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-28 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-28 | D | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-28 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-07 | 2022-12-29 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2022-08-09 | 2022-08-31 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2022-08-09 | 2022-08-31 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-11-20 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly |
| 2022-10-20 | 2022-12-29 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-04-23 | 2021-05-02 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2021-04-23 | 2021-05-02 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2021-04-23 | 2021-05-02 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. |
| 2021-03-05 | 2021-04-01 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. |
| 2021-03-05 | 2021-04-01 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2021-03-05 | 2021-04-01 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. |
| 2021-03-05 | 2021-04-01 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2021-03-05 | 2021-04-01 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-10-18 | 2020-11-06 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. |
| 2020-10-18 | 2020-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2020-10-18 | 2020-11-06 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. |
| 2020-10-18 | 2020-11-06 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-10-20 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2020-09-23 | 2020-10-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | G | Administration Deficiencies | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-05-30 | 2019-06-28 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2017-12-20 | $24,187 |
| 2019-05-30 | $9,760 |
| 2020-06-08 | $650 |
| 2020-06-22 | $1,300 |
| 2020-06-29 | $1,625 |
| 2020-09-23 | $14,138 |
| 2020-09-23 | $14,139 |
| 2021-03-05 | $5,148 |
| 2021-03-05 | $3,250 |
| 2022-03-07 | $1,645 |
| 2022-03-14 | $1,973 |
| 2022-03-21 | $2,302 |
| 2022-03-28 | $2,631 |
| 2022-04-04 | $2,960 |
| 2022-04-11 | $3,289 |
| 2022-04-18 | $3,618 |
| 2022-10-20 | $23,989 |
| 2022-10-20 | $15,593 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2017-12-20 | 8 |
| 2021-03-05 | 14 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Kathleen which is 3.5 miles away and has a population of 6,332 (very small town).
- The average income is $53,137, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 85
- Low Temperature: 62
- Average Temperature: 76.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 197 days of rain and 167 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year
- The median age is 38.1 years old, high compared to other cities.
- 7.08% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 11.1% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 20% Black or African-American, 13% Hispanic or Latino, and 62% White.
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.27 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 152.0, Moderate Days 29.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Aldi
0.2 miles awaySam's Club
0.3 miles awayBulk Nation
0.5 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.3 miles awayPublix
1.8 miles awayTransportation
Lakeland
3.9 miles awayAuburndale Historic Train Depot
11.3 miles awayWinter Haven
15.9 miles awayBus Stations
Mt Zion Assembly Of God Pnr
12.4 miles awayDover Park-N-Ride
18.9 miles awaySr 579 @ Clay Pit Rd
21.6 miles awayBurnett Pk Pnr @Cr579 @ Clay Pit Rd
21.7 miles awayWal-Mart @ Mlk And Cr 579
21.8 miles awayBanks
SunTrust
0.1 miles awayBank of America
0.2 miles awayMidflorida Credit Union
0.3 miles awayRegions Bank
0.3 miles awayChase
1.8 miles awayHospitals
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
2.7 miles awaySouth Florida Baptist Hospital
11.7 miles awayBartow Regional Medical Center
14.6 miles awayWinter Haven Hospital
15.7 miles awayAdventHealth Zephyrhills
16.9 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.5 miles awayWalgreens
2.0 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
6.8 miles awayBenzer Pharacy
12.0 miles awayCVS
15.4 miles awayDentists
Quality Dental
0.4 miles awayAspen Dental
6.8 miles awayJohn I. Park, DMD, PA
16.5 miles awayGreat Expressions Dental Centers
19.4 miles awayEastshore Dental Care
20.9 miles awayParks
The Park at Cortona Park area
0.6 miles awayPark at Cortona Park area
0.7 miles awayLakeland
1.5 miles awaySimpson Park
2.2 miles awayHunt Fountain Park
2.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Shoppes of Lakeland
0.4 miles awayLakeland Square Mall
0.6 miles awayPlantation Square
1.7 miles awayHighland City Town Center
10.4 miles awayVillage Square Shopping Center
13.9 miles awayCulture
Lakeland Community Theatre
4.1 miles awayLake Mirror Auditorium
4.1 miles awayLake Mirror Amphitheatre
4.1 miles awayArt Lounge and Gallery
10.9 miles awayCornerstone Center
10.9 miles awayRestaurants
Golden Corral
0.2 miles awayOutback Steakhouse
0.4 miles awayChili's
0.5 miles awayOlive Garden
0.5 miles awayBuffalo Wild Wings
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