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Alta Rehab At Wauconda

Nursing home · 176 THOMAS COURT, Wauconda, IL 60084 · Lake County

5★Medicare overall
85cited deficiencies
3harm or jeopardy level
4penalties

Prices

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Facility

Type
Nursing home
Capacity
149
State license
145887
Medicare CCN
145887
Licensed entity
APERION CARE WAUCONDA LLC
Chain
APERION CARE
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Phone
(847) 526-5551
Nurse staffing
3.83 hours per resident per day; 28.2% nursing staff turnover
Medicare ratings
Inspections 4★ · Staffing 3★ · Quality 5★
Official record
Illinois Department of Public Health nursing home pages
Official record
Medicare Care Compare

Other public records for this operator

Penalties

Inspection findings

  1. Mar 19, 2026 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      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 Feb 4, 2026 · CMS health inspection

  2. Feb 10, 2026 IDPH docket NH 26-S0210 · 4 findings
    • 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: 300.696b) and 300.696d). 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:300.696.

      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: 300.690b) and 300.690c). 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:300.690.

      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: 300.1060f) and 300.1060g).). No Fine Total Fine: $2,700.00

      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: 300.2090a).). No Fine

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  3. Jan 17, 2026 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 Jan 20, 2026 · CMS health inspection

  4. Dec 30, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • 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 9, 2025 · 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 9, 2025 · CMS health inspection

  5. Dec 9, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • 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 Dec 16, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  6. Nov 4, 2024 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 Nov 5, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  7. Sep 11, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • Serious Scope/severity G 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 Sep 12, 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) and 300.1210d)6). 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) and 300.1210d)6).

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  8. Aug 21, 2024 Fire Safety · 15 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0039 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      Corrected Oct 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      Corrected Sep 6, 2024 · 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 Sep 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0688 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      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 Sep 6, 2024 · 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 Sep 6, 2024 · 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 Sep 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0803 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

      Corrected Sep 6, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0211 Egress Deficiencies

      Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0293 Egress Deficiencies

      Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0311 Smoke Deficiencies

      Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0321 Smoke Deficiencies

      Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0351 Smoke Deficiencies

      Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0363 Smoke Deficiencies

      Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0929 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

      Corrected Sep 9, 2024 · CMS fire safety

  9. Jun 17, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0760 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      Corrected Jun 18, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  10. Apr 16, 2024 IDPH docket NH 24-S0527 · 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) and 300.1210d)2). No Fine

      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: 300.610a) and 300.696d)6). 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: 300.696.

      Statement of deficiencies (PDF)

  11. Apr 10, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity E 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 Apr 12, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  12. Jan 16, 2024 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0623 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

      Corrected Feb 2, 2024 · CMS health inspection

  13. Nov 21, 2023 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0602 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

      Corrected Dec 12, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F 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 12, 2023 · CMS health inspection

  14. Aug 7, 2023 Health · 1 finding
    • 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 Aug 8, 2023 · CMS health inspection

  15. Jul 26, 2023 Fire Safety · 35 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0004 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0013 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0015 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0022 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0023 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0024 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0035 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0036 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Establish emergency prep training and testing.

      Corrected Aug 30, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0037 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Establish staff and initial training requirements.

      Corrected Aug 30, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0039 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      Corrected Aug 31, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      E0041 Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

      Implement emergency and standby power systems.

      Corrected Aug 30, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Serious Scope/severity G

      F0686 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Jul 27, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0692 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      Corrected Jul 27, 2023 · 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 10, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0133 Construction Deficiencies

      Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

      Corrected Aug 24, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0161 Construction Deficiencies

      Use approved construction type or materials.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0211 Egress Deficiencies

      Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      Corrected Aug 28, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0223 Egress Deficiencies

      Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0271 Egress Deficiencies

      Have exits that are accessible at all times.

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0291 Egress Deficiencies

      Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0293 Egress Deficiencies

      Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      Corrected Aug 15, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0321 Smoke Deficiencies

      Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

      Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0341 Smoke Deficiencies

      Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0345 Smoke Deficiencies

      Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0351 Smoke Deficiencies

      Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

      Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0362 Smoke Deficiencies

      Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

      Corrected Aug 24, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0363 Smoke Deficiencies

      Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      Corrected Aug 28, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0511 Services Deficiencies

      Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0761 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

      To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0781 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

      Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

      Corrected Aug 29, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      Corrected Aug 25, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0923 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      Corrected Aug 31, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0926 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

      Corrected Aug 23, 2023 · CMS fire safety

  16. Jun 16, 2022 Health · 15 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0585 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      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.

      Corrected Jul 11, 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 Jul 8, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      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 Jul 8, 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 Jul 11, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Jul 8, 2022 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0291 Egress Deficiencies

      Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      Corrected Jul 22, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

      Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      Corrected Aug 20, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0345 Smoke Deficiencies

      Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      Corrected Jul 25, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

      Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      Corrected Jul 14, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0521 Services Deficiencies

      Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

      Corrected Jul 1, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0711 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

      Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

      Corrected Jul 18, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0712 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

      Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      Corrected Jul 21, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0914 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

      Corrected Jul 22, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      Corrected Jul 8, 2022 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity F

      K0926 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

      Corrected Jul 22, 2022 · CMS fire safety

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

Sources: CMS's list of certified Illinois nursing homes, IDPH's quarterly nursing home violation reports and the rates facilities reported to HFSRB and CMS Care Compare (nursing homes). “Harm or jeopardy level” is CMS scope/severity G–L. About this data.