nursing home in Niles, IL
Elevate Care North Branch
6840 West Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714 · (847) 647-6400
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elevate Care North Branch at a glance
Elevate Care North Branch is a 212-bed for-profit nursing home in Niles, 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 18, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $175,040.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.4% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 212
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Elevate Care
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145630
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.59 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.87 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.90 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.3% | 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) | 14 | 12 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 149.8 | 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) | 3 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $175,040 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 212 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 151 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71.4% | 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) | 3.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.4% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.6% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 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) | 6.1% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.6% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 80.3% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.7% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.9% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.1% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 76.5% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 66.9% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 57 health deficiencies and 25 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 11 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2026 |
| January 8, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| October 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 5, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 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 May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | 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 April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 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 April 24, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 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 April 24, 2025 |
| March 2, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| October 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 5, 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 August 6, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 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 May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 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 May 2, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| March 3, 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 March 12, 2024 |
| March 3, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| December 7, 2023 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| December 7, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| September 27, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| September 6, 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 September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 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 September 28, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 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 September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 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 September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0777 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 Complaint | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| September 6, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0915 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 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 December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $175,040 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 | Fine | $12,220 |
| July 11, 2024 | Fine | $150,301 |
| March 3, 2024 | Fine | $12,519 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREWS, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| CURIS SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ELEVATE CARE CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ELEVATE CARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| JAVIER, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| LLOREN, ALBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MEIR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MOSHE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| RUBENSTEIN, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ANDREWS, AMANDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MEIR Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MOSHE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ANDREWS, AMANDA Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| APERION CARE EXEC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| FREDERICK S FRANKEL TRUST Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MOSHE Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| PANCER, AARON Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| THENGIL, JIMMY Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| BERKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| MEYSTEL, YOSEF Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| ANDREWS, AMANDA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| LLOREN, ALBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ANDREWS, AMANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ELEVATE CARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| JAVIER, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| LLOREN, ALBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MEIR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MEYSTEL, MOSHE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| RUBENSTEIN, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| TUROFSKY, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elevate Care North Branch's rating?
Elevate Care North Branch 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 North Branch receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elevate Care North Branch 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 North Branch?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Elevate Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elevate Care North Branch and how do I contact it?
Elevate Care North Branch is at 6840 West Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714. Phone: (847) 647-6400.
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.