Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
CEDARS HEALTHCARE CENTER
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA · 141 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey November 22, 2024
CMS Certification Number 495153 · first certified February 1985
Ownership
Operated by COMMUNICARE HEALTH · For profit - Corporation
- Ownership changed May 1, 2017 (change of ownership)from BEVERLY ENTERPRISES - VIRGINIA, INC
Position within VA
8 citations — more than 37% of the 289 certified nursing homes in VA. Compared within VA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 2 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 3. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens June 2027 — about 9 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was November 2024. Facilities in VA are typically surveyed 31–43 months after the last one (median 37), measured over 125 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
7 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 8 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- F-0908 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- F-0921 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
- F-0584 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.
- F-0925 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in VA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the VA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 8 |
| Median facility in VA | 10 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2019 | 5 |
| June 24, 2021 | 1 |
| November 22, 2024 | 2 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | 1 | 2024-11-22 |
| K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | 1 | 2019-08-01 |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | 1 | 2019-08-01 |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | 1 | 2019-08-01 |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | 1 | 2019-08-01 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2024-11-22 |
| K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | 1 | 2021-06-24 |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | 1 | 2019-08-01 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 4
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 2
- Services Deficiencies 1
- Egress Deficiencies 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 4 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 2 |
| Services Deficiencies | 1 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
November 22, 2024 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 2, 2025) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 2, 2025) |
June 24, 2021 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 2, 2021) |
August 1, 2019 — 5 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 30, 2019) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 30, 2019) |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 30, 2019) |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 30, 2019) |
| K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 30, 2019) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.