Alta Rehab at Fairmont
5061 North Pulaski Road · Chicago, IL · 60630 · 7736048112
186 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Aperion Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$51,584 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.08 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.62 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $51,584 |
Inspection citations (71 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 6, 2026 · found via 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.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
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.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2025
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.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via 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.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 25, 2025 | Fine | $47,918 |
| August 1, 2024 | Fine | $3,666 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145867 · certified since February 1, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.