Pike County Health Department

The facility failed to review and update the Emergency Plan for the Agency at least every two years.

For 1 of 2 (Pt. #3) patients with Aide services, the Agency failed to ensure visits were conducted in accordance with the physician's ordered plan of care.

For 1 of 2 (Pt #3) patients receiving home health aide services, the Agency failed to ensure the the Aide completed care and services as ordered on the plan of care Findings include: 1. Pt #3 Start of Care: 01/27/24 Diagnosis: Idiopathic Aseptic Necrosis of Left Femur.

In 3 of 7 (Pt #1, Pt #3 and Pt #6), patient records reviewed, the Agency failed to ensure documentation was appropriately authenticated within the required timeframe.

For 2 of 3 (Pts #2 and #3) patients observed during home visits, the Agency failed to ensure infection control measures were observed to prevent the potential for cross-contamination, as per Agency policy.

For 1 of 7 (Pt #5) patients, the Agency failed to ensure physician orders were authenticated and signed within 30 days, in accordance with its policy.