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Elevate Care Chicago North

2451 West Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL 60645

CCN 145484 · For-profit, limited liability company · 312 certified beds · chain Elevate Care

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.

Elevate Care Chicago North is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Chicago, Illinois, certified for 312 beds and caring for about 165 residents a day.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Illinois median of 2; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 1 and quality measures 3.

Inspectors recorded 93 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (18, 34, 41 by cycle, most recent first), 10 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 29.8 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 28.4.

CMS lists 6 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $195K and 3 payment denials.

Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the Illinois median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 63.2%.

93health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles10 at actual harm or worse
$195Kfines listed by CMS6 penalties in period
3.5nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.3
53%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)165 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityCook Co. medianIllinois medianUS average
Overall star rating1223.0
Health citations, 3 cycles93373428.7
Citations per 100 beds29.823.828.426.8
Total nurse hours per resident day3.53.23.33.9
RN hours per resident day0.70.70.60.7
Nursing staff turnover63.2%39.7%43.4%45.8%
Fines listed$194,990$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)18
Cycle 234
Cycle 341

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Illinois average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 16 May 2025, 7 Jun 2024.

Severity mix: J ×1 G ×9 D ×54 E ×26 F ×3

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
3 Jun 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation9 Jun 2026
24 Apr 2026F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.EComplaint investigation30 Apr 2026
24 Apr 2026F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation30 Apr 2026
24 Apr 2026F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DComplaint investigation30 Apr 2026
30 Jan 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation10 Feb 2026
17 Sep 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation22 Sep 2025
19 Aug 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation4 Sep 2025
13 Jun 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation20 Jun 2025
13 Jun 2025F0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.DComplaint investigation20 Jun 2025
16 May 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0675Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.DStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.DStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DStandard survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0688Provide 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 survey22 May 2025
16 May 2025F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey22 May 2025
24 Apr 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.GComplaint investigation8 May 2025
24 Apr 2025F0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.DComplaint investigation8 May 2025
24 Apr 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
24 Apr 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
11 Apr 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 investigation18 Apr 2025
11 Apr 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation18 Apr 2025
21 Mar 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation3 Apr 2025
27 Jan 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation10 Feb 2025
27 Jan 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation10 Feb 2025
27 Jan 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation10 Feb 2025
27 Jan 2025F0688Provide 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.DComplaint investigation10 Feb 2025
27 Jan 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DComplaint investigation10 Feb 2025
18 Oct 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation28 Oct 2024
7 Jun 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.EComplaint investigation14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.EStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.EStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 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 survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.EStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 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 survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 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 survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 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 survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0693Ensure 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.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
7 Jun 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey14 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation14 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.GComplaint investigation14 Jun 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 investigation3 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.DComplaint investigation3 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation14 Jun 2024
16 May 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation14 Jun 2024
16 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.DComplaint investigation3 Jun 2024
2 Feb 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.JComplaint investigation3 Feb 2024
2 Feb 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation3 Feb 2024
18 Jan 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.EComplaint investigation19 Jan 2024
18 Jan 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation3 Feb 2024
5 Jan 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.GComplaint investigation6 Jan 2024
5 Jan 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation3 Feb 2024
5 Jan 2024F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.GComplaint investigation6 Jan 2024
5 Jan 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation6 Jan 2024
5 Jan 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.DComplaint investigation6 Jan 2024
5 Jan 2024F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.DComplaint investigation6 Jan 2024
15 Nov 2023F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.GComplaint investigation22 Nov 2023
15 Nov 2023F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation22 Nov 2023
27 Oct 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation2 Nov 2023
12 Oct 2023F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation14 Oct 2023
11 Aug 2023F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DComplaint investigation14 Aug 2023
11 Aug 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation14 Aug 2023
21 Jul 2023F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0693Ensure 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.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0761Ensure 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 survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0887Educate 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.EStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0758Implement 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 survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0803Ensure 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.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023
21 Jul 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey31 Jul 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
11 Apr 2025Payment denial—31 days
11 Apr 2025Fine$76,792
16 May 2024Payment denial—4 days
16 May 2024Fine$73,938
5 Jan 2024Payment denial—2 days
5 Jan 2024Fine$44,260

Staffing

Total nursing3.51 h
Nurse aides1.9 h
LPN0.94 h
RN0.67 h
Weekend total3.01 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Illinois average. Turnover: nursing staff 63.2%, RNs 48.1%; 0 administrators 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 Stay14.8%11.5%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.0%0.4%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay1.0%0.7%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay2.9%2.6%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay2.3%1.5%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay11.4%12.2%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay12.7%4.3%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay22.0%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: Elevate Care Chicago North Llc. Chain: Elevate Care (14 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Atied Associates LLCDirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
Ec Equities, LLCDirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
Elevate Care IncOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
2451 W Touhy, LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/08/2025
Atied Associates LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
Curis Services LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
Elevate Care Consulting LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019
Elevate Care IncAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2019

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 Elevate Care Chicago North been cited for?

93 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 10 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Illinois median is 34 per facility.

Has Elevate Care Chicago North been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $195K in the period covered, plus 3 payment denials.

How does staffing at Elevate Care Chicago North compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day against a Illinois median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Elevate Care Chicago North?

It is part of the Elevate Care chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Atied Associates LLC, Ec Equities, LLC and Elevate Care Inc. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Elevate Care Chicago North last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 3 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 16 May 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.