nursing home in Macomb, IL
Elms, the
1212 Madelyn Avenue, Macomb, IL 61455 · (309) 837-5482
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elms, the at a glance
Elms, the is a 98-bed government nursing home in Macomb, Illinois (Mc Donough County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 3, 2026) found 15 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.4% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 98
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mc Donough County
- CMS Certification Number
- 146033
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 4.74 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.10 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.11 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.15 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 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) | 15 | 12 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 61 | 143 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 98 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 66 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.4% | 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) | 4.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 8.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.3% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.9% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 19.4% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 23.2% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.5% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 91.8% | 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) | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 79.4% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 75.4% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2026 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 June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 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 June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 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 June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | 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 June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | 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 June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 13, 2026 Complaint | 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 March 19, 2026 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Implement 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 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 May 14, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Implement 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| January 25, 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 February 15, 2024 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF MCDONOUGH MCDONOUGH COUNTY CLERK Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/17/2010 |
| HOWD, JEFF Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2023 |
| MINTER, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| BICKERS, GINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2018 |
| HOWD, JEFF Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2023 |
| MINTER, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elms, the's rating?
Elms, the has 5 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 Elms, the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elms, the 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 Elms, the?
It is government - city/county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elms, the and how do I contact it?
Elms, the is at 1212 Madelyn Avenue, Macomb, IL 61455. Phone: (309) 837-5482.
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.