nursing home in Des Plaines, IL
Elevate Care Des Plaines
1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines, IL 60018 · (847) 299-5588
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elevate Care Des Plaines at a glance
Elevate Care Des Plaines is a 200-bed for-profit nursing home in Des Plaines, Illinois (Cook County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 22, 2024) found 7 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $248,079.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.6% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 200
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Elevate Care
- Medicare-certified since
- April 21, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145626
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.38 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.02 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.38 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.6% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 114 | 143 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $248,079 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 7 | 3 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 200 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 107 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 53.6% | 75% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.7% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.9% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.9% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.5% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 27.3% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.4% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.6% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 69.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 39 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 11 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| July 10, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 26, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide enough power supply for lighting all entrances and exits; equipment for fire detection and alarm systems, and extinguishers. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0906 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| February 24, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| July 20, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 5, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 5, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2025 |
| October 4, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| June 23, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 3, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2024 |
| May 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2024 |
| January 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2024 |
| January 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2024 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Provide 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
| July 22, 2022 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 7 federal penalties in the past three years, including $248,079 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2025 | Payment Denial | 20 days from February 14, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 | Fine | $71,595 |
| August 22, 2024 | Fine | $45,120 |
| May 20, 2024 | Payment Denial | 16 days from June 12, 2024 |
| May 20, 2024 | Fine | $89,880 |
| December 8, 2023 | Payment Denial | 34 days from December 28, 2023 |
| December 8, 2023 | Fine | $41,484 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARRISH, BURTON Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 09/01/2014 |
| BARRISH GROUP LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 16% | 09/01/2014 |
| BARRISH, JULIANA Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 16% | 01/01/2015 |
| GESUALDO, MARY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 8% | 01/01/2021 |
| GESUALDO, RALPH Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 8% | 09/01/2014 |
| KOZIN, DAVID Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 09/01/2014 |
| KOZIN, RENEE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 09/01/2014 |
| BERGTHOLD, LOUISE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2014 |
| WINTER, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2014 |
| JAVIER, JOSEPH Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elevate Care Des Plaines's rating?
Elevate Care Des Plaines has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Illinois nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Elevate Care Des Plaines receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elevate Care Des Plaines accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Elevate Care Des Plaines?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Elevate Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elevate Care Des Plaines and how do I contact it?
Elevate Care Des Plaines is at 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Phone: (847) 299-5588.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.