Vista Hills Health Care Center

Penalties

• Dec 5, 2024 — Fine ($40,465)
• Dec 5, 2024 — Payment Denial · payment denial 49 days

Inspection findings

1. Jul 1, 2026 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0656 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.

     Corrected Jul 2, 2026 · CMS health inspection

2. Apr 30, 2026 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0583 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

     Corrected May 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity F Complaint

     F0727 Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

     Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

     Corrected May 5, 2026 · CMS health inspection

3. Feb 11, 2026 Fire Safety · 12 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     E0041 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

     Implement emergency and standby power systems.

     Corrected Apr 19, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0558 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0607 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0656 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.

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0695 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     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 Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Feb 12, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0372 Smoke Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Jun 6, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0918 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Apr 19, 2026 · CMS fire safety

4. Oct 31, 2025 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

     Corrected Nov 1, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Serious Scope/severity J Complaint

     F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

     Corrected May 29, 2025 · CMS health inspection

5. Apr 24, 2025 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

     Corrected Apr 25, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

     Corrected Apr 25, 2025 · CMS health inspection

6. Jan 14, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

     Corrected Jan 15, 2025 · CMS health inspection

7. Nov 21, 2024 Fire Safety · 25 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     E0041 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

     Implement emergency and standby power systems.

     Corrected Jan 10, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0565 Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0583 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0585 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.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0687 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate foot care.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     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 Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0804 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

     Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0921 Environmental Deficiencies

     Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Serious Scope/severity K

     K0222 Egress Deficiencies

     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 Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

     Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0345 Smoke Deficiencies

     Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0347 Smoke Deficiencies

     Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

     Corrected Jan 10, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0352 Smoke Deficiencies

     Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

     Corrected Feb 8, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

     Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0355 Smoke Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0372 Smoke Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Feb 21, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0374 Smoke Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

     Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

     Corrected Dec 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0911 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

     Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

     Corrected Jan 10, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0916 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

     Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

     Corrected Jan 10, 2025 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0918 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0923 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

     Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

     Corrected Dec 6, 2024 · CMS fire safety

8. Sep 17, 2024 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0641 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

     Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

     Corrected Sep 18, 2024 · CMS health inspection

9. Aug 2, 2024 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0656 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.

     Corrected Aug 3, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0693 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

     Corrected Aug 3, 2024 · CMS health inspection

10. Mar 29, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0693 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

      Corrected Mar 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection

11. Feb 15, 2024 Health · 8 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0656 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.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0686 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity C Complaint

      F0732 Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

      Post nurse staffing information every day.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0842 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.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Feb 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

12. Feb 2, 2024 Health · 4 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0604 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

      Corrected Feb 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Feb 22, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0773 Administration Deficiencies

      Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

      Corrected Feb 22, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Feb 3, 2024 · CMS health inspection

13. Jan 5, 2024 Health · 4 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0607 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      Corrected Jan 8, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      Corrected Jan 8, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0622 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

      Corrected Jan 8, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Feb 3, 2024 · CMS health inspection

14. Dec 20, 2023 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0656 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.

      Corrected Dec 23, 2023 · CMS health inspection

15. Oct 19, 2023 Health · 3 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      Corrected Oct 23, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0656 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.

      Corrected Oct 23, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0842 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.

      Corrected Oct 23, 2023 · CMS health inspection

16. Sep 21, 2023 Health · 13 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0578 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      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 Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0641 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0656 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.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0679 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0693 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0695 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0842 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.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Oct 6, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

      Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      Corrected Oct 4, 2023 · CMS fire safety

17. Sep 12, 2023 Health · 3 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0558 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      Corrected Sep 13, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Sep 13, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Sep 13, 2023 · CMS health inspection

18. Aug 24, 2023 Health · 4 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0655 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

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity C Complaint

      F0732 Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

      Post nurse staffing information every day.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

• AMAKIRI, ONYEMA — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 04/21/2025
• BLAKE, MALISA — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• CLANTON, AUSTON — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• CLANTON, AUSTON — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• EAMIGUEL, CHRISTOPHER — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• HUGGINS, LINDA — corporate director, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• HUGGINS, LINDA — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• HUGGINS, LINDA — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• SANCHEZ, VIRGINIA — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 04/21/2025
• WILLIG, ZACHARY — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• WILLIG, ZACHARY — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024
• CREATIVE SOLUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE INC — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/23/2024