Central Nursing Home

Penalties

• May 29, 2026 — Payment Denial · payment denial 2 days
• May 29, 2026 — Fine ($42,700)
• Sep 4, 2025 — IDPH fine (Nursing Home Care Act) ($2,200)
• Aug 1, 2025 — IDPH fine (Nursing Home Care Act) ($500)
• Aug 1, 2025 — Fine ($26,299)
• Sep 20, 2024 — IDPH fine (Nursing Home Care Act) ($25,000)
• Sep 20, 2024 — Fine ($16,801)

Inspection findings

1. May 29, 2026 Health · 4 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

     Corrected Jun 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity F Complaint

     F0584 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     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 Jun 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Serious Scope/severity G Complaint

     F0600 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

     Corrected Jun 17, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

     Corrected Jun 17, 2026 · CMS health inspection

2. Jan 2, 2026 Health · 5 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0584 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     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 Jan 16, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0600 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

     Corrected Jan 16, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

     Corrected Jan 16, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0610 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

     Corrected Jan 16, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint Under dispute

     F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

     Corrected Jan 16, 2026 · CMS health inspection

3. Sep 24, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0557 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

     Corrected Sep 25, 2025 · CMS health inspection

4. Sep 4, 2025 IDPH docket NH 25-C1015 · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity B

     Type B Illinois Nursing Home Care Act violation

     Type B: more likely than not to cause more than minimal harm (1-130). Sections of the Illinois Administrative Code cited: 300.610a), 300.1210b), and 300.1210d)3) The fine was doubled in this instance in accordance with 300.282i) and j) of the Code due to the violation of the sections of the Code with a high-risk designation:300.1210b).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

5. Aug 1, 2025 IDPH docket NH 25-S0910 · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity C

     Type C Illinois Nursing Home Care Act violation

     Type C: less than minimal harm (1-132). Sections of the Illinois Administrative Code cited: 300.610a), 300.650c), and 300.650d). No Fine Total fine: $500.00

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

   • Not serious Scope/severity C

     Type C Illinois Nursing Home Care Act violation

     Type C: less than minimal harm (1-132). Sections of the Illinois Administrative Code cited: 300.615e) and 300.615f). This instance in accordance with 300.282f) and j) of the Code is assessed a fine due to the violation of the sections of the Code with a high-risk designation: 300.615e) and 300.615f).

     Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

6. May 30, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0600 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

     Corrected Jun 20, 2025 · CMS health inspection

7. Apr 25, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

     Corrected May 15, 2025 · CMS health inspection

8. Jan 17, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0550 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

     Corrected Jan 30, 2025 · CMS health inspection

9. Oct 3, 2024 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0676 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

     Corrected Oct 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

     Corrected Oct 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

10. Sep 20, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • Serious Scope/severity J Complaint

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Oct 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Serious Scope/severity A

      Type A Illinois Nursing Home Care Act violation

      Type A: substantial probability of death or serious harm, or actual harm (1-129). Sections of the Illinois Administrative Code cited: 300.610a), 300.1210b), 300.1210c), and 300.1210d)3). The fine was doubled in this instance in accordance with 300.282i) and j) of the Code due to the violation of the sections of the Code with a high-risk designation: 300.1210b).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

11. Aug 9, 2024 Fire Safety · 11 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0004 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      Corrected Sep 5, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0030 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

      Corrected Sep 5, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0644 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0658 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0676 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0740 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0883 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2024 · CMS health inspection

12. Jul 22, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0677 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Aug 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

13. Jun 30, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0558 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      Corrected Jul 18, 2024 · CMS health inspection

14. Nov 22, 2023 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0684 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      Corrected Dec 13, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Dec 13, 2023 · CMS health inspection

15. Jul 12, 2023 Health · 7 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0578 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0686 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0758 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0921 Environmental Deficiencies

      Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      Corrected Aug 4, 2023 · CMS health inspection

16. Jun 3, 2022 Health · 8 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0558 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      F0814 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0883 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0886 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      F0887 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

      Corrected Jun 17, 2022 · CMS health inspection

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

• HICKMAN, DOREEN — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/24/2025
• HICKMAN, DOREEN — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/24/2025
• MERMELSTEIN, JOSEPH — 5% or greater direct ownership interest, 5%, since 05/01/2015
• MERMELSTEIN, MARVIN — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2015
• MERMELSTEIN, MARVIN — managing control - governing body, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2015
• MERMELSTEIN, MARVIN — trustee of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2015
• MERMELSTEIN, MARVIN — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2015
• RYABOV, YAKOV — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2018
• RYABOV, YAKOV — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2018
• CAPITAL ONE NA — 5% or greater security interest, NOT APPLICABLE, since 04/21/2015
• JOSEPH MERMELSTEIN FAMILY TRUST — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2018
• JOSEPH MERMELSTEIN FAMILY TRUST — 5% or greater direct ownership interest, 45%, since 05/01/2018
• MARVIN MERMELSTEIN FAMILY TRUST — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2018
• MARVIN MERMELSTEIN FAMILY TRUST — 5% or greater direct ownership interest, 45%, since 05/01/2018
• TEN CHICAGO LLC — direct ownership interest, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/01/2018