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Archer Heights Healthcare

4437 South Cicero, Chicago, IL 60632

CCN 145995 · For-profit, limited liability company · 249 certified beds · chain Saba Healthcare

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Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★

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.

Archer Heights Healthcare, in Chicago, Illinois, is certified for 249 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Saba Healthcare chain.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Illinois median of 2; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 4.

Inspectors recorded 114 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (13, 57, 44 by cycle, most recent first), 17 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 45.8 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 28.4.

CMS lists 7 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $597K and 2 payment denials.

Reported nurse staffing is 2.4 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), below the Illinois median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 53.5%.

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114health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles17 at actual harm or worse
$597Kfines listed by CMS7 penalties in period
2.4nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.3
90%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)223 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityCook Co. medianIllinois medianUS average
Overall star rating1223.0
Health citations, 3 cycles114373428.7
Citations per 100 beds45.823.828.426.8
Total nurse hours per resident day2.43.23.33.9
RN hours per resident day0.30.70.60.7
Nursing staff turnover53.5%39.7%43.4%45.8%
Fines listed$596,515$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

Cycle 1 (latest)13
Cycle 257
Cycle 344

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Illinois average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 30 Apr 2026, 27 Mar 2025.

Severity mix: J ×2 K ×1 G ×14 D ×50 E ×30 F ×17

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)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C

Survey dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
30 Apr 2026F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.FStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0803Ensure 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.FStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.EStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey1 May 2026
30 Apr 2026F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey1 May 2026
3 Apr 2026F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation4 Apr 2026
22 Feb 2026F0584Honor 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.DComplaint investigation23 Feb 2026
18 Jan 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation19 Jan 2026
13 Nov 2025F0584Honor 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.EComplaint investigation14 Nov 2025
13 Nov 2025F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation14 Nov 2025
3 Jul 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.FComplaint investigation4 Jul 2025
6 Jun 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
6 Jun 2025F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DComplaint investigation6 Jun 2025
16 May 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation17 May 2025
16 May 2025F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FComplaint investigation17 May 2025
16 May 2025F0584Honor 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.EComplaint investigation17 May 2025
16 May 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation17 May 2025
12 May 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation13 May 2025
7 May 2025F0761Ensure 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.EComplaint investigation8 May 2025
7 May 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation8 May 2025
7 May 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DComplaint investigation8 May 2025
7 May 2025F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DComplaint investigation8 May 2025
27 Mar 2025F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.GStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0584Honor 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.EStandard survey17 May 2025
27 Mar 2025F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey8 May 2025
27 Mar 2025F0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.EStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.DStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DStandard survey30 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey17 May 2025
27 Mar 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey8 May 2025
27 Mar 2025F0758Implement 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 limited.DStandard survey30 Mar 2025
19 Mar 2025F0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.JComplaint investigation6 May 2025
19 Mar 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation28 Mar 2025
19 Mar 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.GComplaint investigation6 May 2025
19 Mar 2025F0584Honor 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.FComplaint investigation17 May 2025
19 Mar 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.EComplaint investigation28 Mar 2025
19 Mar 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.EComplaint investigation28 Mar 2025
19 Mar 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation17 May 2025
19 Mar 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation6 May 2025
18 Feb 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EComplaint investigation25 Feb 2025
31 Oct 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.JComplaint investigation12 Nov 2024
31 Oct 2024F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.GComplaint investigation12 Nov 2024
31 Oct 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.GComplaint investigation23 Nov 2024
31 Oct 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation12 Nov 2024
31 Oct 2024F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.FComplaint investigation12 Nov 2024
31 Oct 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation12 Nov 2024
13 Sep 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation25 Sep 2024
13 Sep 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.GComplaint investigation25 Sep 2024
5 Sep 2024F0687Provide appropriate foot care.GComplaint investigation17 Sep 2024
5 Sep 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation17 Sep 2024
5 Sep 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation17 Sep 2024
5 Sep 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation17 Sep 2024
26 Aug 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
26 Aug 2024F0584Honor 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.FComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
26 Aug 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
15 Aug 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.KComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.FComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0626Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024F0761Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation28 Aug 2024
31 May 2024F0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.GStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0584Honor 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.FStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.FStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.FStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.FStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.EStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0578Honor 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.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
31 May 2024F0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.DStandard survey20 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.EComplaint investigation24 May 2024
16 May 2024F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation24 May 2024
16 May 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EComplaint investigation24 May 2024
16 May 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation24 May 2024
16 May 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation24 May 2024
16 May 2024F0808Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.DComplaint investigation24 May 2024
4 Apr 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation12 Apr 2024
4 Apr 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation12 Apr 2024
22 Feb 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation1 Mar 2024
26 Jan 2024F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.DComplaint investigation6 Feb 2024
24 Dec 2023F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.GComplaint investigation29 Dec 2023
24 Dec 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation29 Dec 2023
9 Nov 2023F0851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.FComplaint investigation16 Nov 2023
9 Nov 2023F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation16 Nov 2023
9 Nov 2023F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.EComplaint investigation16 Nov 2023
9 Nov 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation16 Nov 2023
25 Sep 2023F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023
25 Sep 2023F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023
25 Sep 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023
25 Sep 2023F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023
25 Sep 2023F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023
25 Sep 2023F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation11 Oct 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
19 Mar 2025Payment denial—55 days
19 Mar 2025Fine$179,297
31 Oct 2024Fine$204,835
15 Aug 2024Payment denial—18 days
15 Aug 2024Fine$167,191
16 May 2024Fine$37,450
24 Dec 2023Fine$7,742

Staffing

Total nursing2.43 h
Nurse aides1.64 h
LPN0.52 h
RN0.27 h
Weekend total2.1 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Illinois average. Turnover: nursing staff 53.5%, RNs 64.3%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityIllinois medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay4.8%11.5%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.1%0.4%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.0%0.7%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay1.1%2.6%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay2.7%1.5%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay4.4%12.2%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay4.0%4.3%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay21.2%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. Legal business name: Archer Heights Healthcare Llc. Chain: Saba Healthcare (11 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Acm Op Holdco LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest99%07/01/2023
Mtj Holdings LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interestNO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED07/01/2023

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

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Addolorata VillaWheeling865352427.9$181K28 May 2026
Alden Estates of EvanstonEvanston995541212.1—19 Dec 2025
Alden Estates of SkokieSkokie5655435.4—24 Oct 2024
Alden Poplar Creek Rehab & HCCHoffman Estates2175422913.4$8K11 Mar 2026
Aperion Care NilesNiles995422121.2$12K29 May 2026
Ascension Nazarethville PlaceDes Plaines6855457.4—31 Dec 2025
Bella Terra StreamwoodStreamwood214552167.5—20 Dec 2025
Brandel Health and RehabNorthbrook10255532.9—12 Sep 2025

All 202 facilities in Cook County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Archer Heights Healthcare been cited for?

114 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 17 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Illinois median is 34 per facility.

Has Archer Heights Healthcare been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $597K in the period covered, plus 2 payment denials.

How does staffing at Archer Heights Healthcare compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 2.4 hours per resident per day against a Illinois median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Archer Heights Healthcare?

It is part of the Saba Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Acm Op Holdco LLC and Mtj Holdings LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Archer Heights Healthcare last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 30 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 30 Apr 2026.

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.