nursing home in Chicago, IL
Peterson Park Health Care Ctr
6141 North Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60646 · (773) 478-2000
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Peterson Park Health Care Ctr at a glance
Peterson Park Health Care Ctr is a 196-bed for-profit nursing home in Chicago, 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 (0.8 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 29, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,042.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.1% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 196
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Legacy Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145838
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) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.42 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.07 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.33 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.1% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24% | 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) | 5 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 87.8 | 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) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,042 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 196 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 169 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86% | 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) | 2.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.1% | 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) | 5.4% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.7% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 98.1% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.3% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.5% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 72.1% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 68.8% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 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 January 31, 2026 |
| November 29, 2025 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 1, 2025 |
| November 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 1, 2025 |
| November 29, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2025 |
| November 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2025 |
| March 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2025 |
| September 20, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 20, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 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 September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 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 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | 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 21, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 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 September 21, 2024 |
| May 20, 2024 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 May 22, 2024 |
| March 18, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2024 |
| March 18, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2024 |
| October 19, 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 October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 October 20, 2023 |
| October 19, 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 October 20, 2023 |
| October 5, 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 October 6, 2023 |
| October 5, 2023 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| September 22, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2023 |
| September 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0572 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $13,042 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 22, 2023 | Payment Denial | 6 days from October 14, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 | Fine | $13,042 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPA LTD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 11/29/2011 |
| RAJCHENBACH, CHAIM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 11/29/2011 |
| SHABAT, MENACHEM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 11/29/2011 |
| SHABAT, RONALD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 69% | 11/29/2011 |
| SHABAT, MENACHEM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/29/2011 |
| SHABAT, AHUVA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/29/2011 |
| ESTERSOHN, STEVEN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/17/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Peterson Park Health Care Ctr's rating?
Peterson Park Health Care Ctr 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 Peterson Park Health Care Ctr receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Peterson Park Health Care Ctr 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 Peterson Park Health Care Ctr?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Legacy Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Peterson Park Health Care Ctr and how do I contact it?
Peterson Park Health Care Ctr is at 6141 North Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60646. Phone: (773) 478-2000.
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.