Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center
8380 Virginia St · Merrillville, IN · 46410 · 2197699009
100 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Casa Consulting
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.23 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.34 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $3,418 |
Inspection citations (54 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
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 December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
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 December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 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 December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 24, 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 December 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 24, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 24, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E November 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 7, 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 July 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2024 | Fine | $3,418 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155650 · certified since April 27, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.