Ridgmar Medical Lodge

Inspection history (32)

• April 15, 2026 · D

  Citation F0609

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-15 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• February 20, 2026 · D

  Citation F0559

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-20 under CMS tag F0559 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• February 20, 2026 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-20 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• February 20, 2026 · E

  Citation F0814

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-20 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• February 20, 2026 · D

  Citation F0684

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-20 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0644

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · J

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• April 8, 2025 · E

  Citation F0740

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-08 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0755

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0607

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0803

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0849

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0849 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0684

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · E

  Citation F0661

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0661 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · G

  Citation F0925

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0609

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · E

  Citation F0758

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · E

  Citation F0644

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · D

  Citation F0686

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• November 14, 2024 · E

  Citation F0693

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-14 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties

Total fines on file: $29,598

Staffing

Latest: 3.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Ownership

Government - Hospital district

1. Parent organization: Decatur Hospital Authority

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