Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
Nursing home abuse and neglect are serious concerns for families entrusting their loved ones to long-term care facilities. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recognized this issue and created a list to identify nursing homes that consistently fail to meet federal quality standards. This page will explain what this list is, how CMS compiles it, and how KBA Attorneys can help families affected by substandard care.
What Is the CMS Special Focus Facility (SFF) List?
CMS maintains the Special Focus Facility (SFF) Program, which identifies nursing homes with a history of poor compliance with federal regulations. Facilities placed on this list have been cited for repeated deficiencies in areas such as resident care, staffing, safety, and sanitation. These nursing homes face increased inspections and stricter oversight in an effort to improve conditions.
The goal of the SFF Program is to encourage facilities to make significant, lasting improvements. If they fail to do so, they risk losing Medicare and Medicaid funding or even closure.
How Does CMS Determine Which Nursing Homes Are on the List?
CMS compiles this list by analyzing health inspections, complaint investigations, staffing levels, and quality measures. Nursing homes that consistently rank among the worst-performing facilities in these areas may be designated as Special Focus Facilities.
Facilities on the SFF list are subject to:
- More frequent and rigorous inspections.
- Mandated improvement plans.
- The possibility of being removed from Medicare and Medicaid programs if they fail to correct deficiencies.
KBA Attorneys: Fighting for Victims of Nursing Home Abuse
At KBA Attorneys, we represent individuals and families affected by nursing home abuse and neglect. We understand how devastating it is to learn that a loved one has suffered in a facility that was supposed to provide care and safety.
Last year we secured a $1.5 million verdict in a Baltimore nursing home negligence trial, led by trial counsel Reza Davani and co-counsel Lauren Henry. This is our second seven-figure victory within six months. The case involved the tragic neglect of a man, who developed a fatal Stage 4 pressure ulcer due to the facility’s failure to provide basic care. A Baltimore City jury found the nursing home liable for negligence. Our team KBA Attorneys successfully demonstrated that the facility’s failure to reposition Mr. Anderson led to his preventable and life-threatening condition.
In August 2023 we were able to secure a $9 million verdict in a nursing home bed sore case, believed to be the highest jury verdict in a nursing home case in Maryland history.
Our team has helped families pursue justice by holding negligent nursing homes accountable. Our experience includes cases involving:
- Physical abuse
- Medical neglect
- Malnutrition and dehydration
- Falls and fractures
- Bedsores and infections
Some of our recent nursing home victories include the following:
KBA Attorneys Does it Again – Nursing Home Bedsore Jury Verdict
KBA Nursing Home Litigation Team Wins Motion to Compel Key Evidence
Results Matter – But Past Outcomes Do Not Guarantee Future Success We have successfully secured compensation for many clients, helping them get the justice they deserve. However, it is important to note that every case is unique, and past results do not guarantee similar outcomes for future cases.
How We Can Help
If your loved one resides in a nursing home on the CMS Special Focus Facility list—or if you suspect abuse or neglect—our attorneys can help you:
- Investigate the nursing home’s history of violations.
- Gather evidence of neglect or abuse.
- File a lawsuit against the responsible parties.
- Seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Facilities on the CMS Special Focus Facility List
Below is a list of some of the nursing homes currently designated as Special Focus Facilities. If your loved one resides in one of these homes, it may be time to explore legal options.
Somerset Ridge Center Fails Health Inspection
Glen Brook Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center on SSF
Tremont Health Care Center Concerns
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center: Performance and SFF Status
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Nursing home abuse is unacceptable, and we are committed to fighting for the rights of victims. If you believe your loved one is suffering due to neglect or abuse, contact KBA Attorneys today for a free, confidential consultation. Our legal team is here to help you take the next steps toward justice.
