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Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center
4900 North Bernard, Chicago, IL 60625
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 190 beds, Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center serves Chicago in Cook County, Illinois and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1977.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, equal to the Illinois median; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (19, 23, 19 by cycle, most recent first), 5 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 32.1 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 28.4.
CMS lists 4 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $112K and 2 payment denials.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.6 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), below the Illinois median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 20.2%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Cook Co. median | Illinois median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 61 | 37 | 34 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 32.1 | 23.8 | 28.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.6 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 20.2% | 39.7% | 43.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $111,884 | $52,199 | $45,123 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (202 in the county, 666 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Illinois average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 8 Aug 2025, 12 Jul 2024.
Severity mix: G ×5 D ×33 E ×12 F ×11
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Jun 2026 |
| 10 May 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 May 2026 |
| 9 Dec 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 22 Dec 2025 |
| 9 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Dec 2025 |
| 11 Sep 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Sep 2025 |
| 21 Aug 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 27 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Complaint investigation | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Complaint investigation | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 8 Aug 2025 | F0776 | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Jul 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Jul 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Jul 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Jul 2025 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 21 Jul 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 9 May 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 May 2025 |
| 10 Jan 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Nov 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Nov 2024 |
| 18 Oct 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Aug 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0693 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Jul 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2024 |
| 21 Jun 2024 | F0584 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Jul 2024 |
| 25 Feb 2024 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Complaint investigation | 8 Mar 2024 |
| 27 Nov 2023 | F0584 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 13 Dec 2023 |
| 27 Nov 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Dec 2023 |
| 27 Nov 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Dec 2023 |
| 27 Nov 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Dec 2023 |
| 8 Oct 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 Oct 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | E | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. | D | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
| 3 Aug 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 21 Aug 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Dec 2025 | Fine | $43,700 | |
| 21 Jul 2025 | Payment denial | — | 40 days |
| 21 Jul 2025 | Fine | $68,184 | |
| 12 Jul 2024 | Payment denial | — | 40 days |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Illinois average. Turnover: nursing staff 20.2%, RNs 9.5%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Illinois median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 4.0% | 11.5% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 5.1% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 5.8% | 12.2% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 4.5% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 22.2% | 17.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting (69 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| A&F Realty LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 03/31/2008 |
| B & N Realty Investment LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 20% | 03/31/2008 |
| Gubin Enterprises Limited Partnership | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 38% | 11/01/2013 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Cook County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addolorata Villa | Wheeling | 86 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 24 | 27.9 | $181K | 28 May 2026 |
| Alden Estates of Evanston | Evanston | 99 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 12.1 | — | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Alden Estates of Skokie | Skokie | 56 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5.4 | — | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Alden Poplar Creek Rehab & HCC | Hoffman Estates | 217 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 29 | 13.4 | $8K | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Aperion Care Niles | Niles | 99 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 21 | 21.2 | $12K | 29 May 2026 |
| Ascension Nazarethville Place | Des Plaines | 68 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7.4 | — | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Bella Terra Streamwood | Streamwood | 214 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 7.5 | — | 20 Dec 2025 |
| Brandel Health and Rehab | Northbrook | 102 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2.9 | — | 12 Sep 2025 |
All 202 facilities in Cook County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center been cited for?
61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 5 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Illinois median is 34 per facility.
Has Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $112K in the period covered, plus 2 payment denials.
How does staffing at Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.6 hours per resident per day against a Illinois median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center?
It is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include A&F Realty LLC, B & N Realty Investment LLC and Gubin Enterprises Limited Partnership. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 12 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 8 Aug 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.