Hallmark Hc of Carlinville
826 North High · Carlinville, IL · 62626 · 2178549606
49 certified beds Government - City Chain: Crest Healthcare Consulting
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $25,493 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F April 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G February 26, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 26, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 26, 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 March 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 26, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C February 26, 2025
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G January 23, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2024
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 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2024
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2024
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 February 8, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C January 23, 2024
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected February 8, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2023
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2023
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C February 24, 2023
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected March 7, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 26, 2025 | Fine | $25,493 |
| February 26, 2025 | Payment Denial | 13 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145769 · certified since January 20, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.