Community First Medical Center

Nursing Home · Chicago, IL

CMS overall rating 5/5 For profit - Individual

CMS certification number145548

Contact & location

5645 West Addison Street
Chicago, IL 60634
Cook County
Phone
(773) 282-7000
ZIP code
60634 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
66
Residents per day
9.4 (14% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Legal name
Community First Healthcare of Illinois INC
Medicare certified since
November 12, 1985
Participates in
Medicare

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.5
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.0
Long-stay qualityNot rated
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
7.62 (state 3.45 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
5.39 (state 0.72 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.00 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.23 (state 2.09 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
6.44 (state 3.08 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
31.3 (state 44.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
28.6 (state 41.8 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 9, 2024
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
4.0 (state 12.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
20 health · 15 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2024-08-09 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-16
2024-08-09 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-16
2024-08-09 Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
F0694 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-16
2024-08-09 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-16
2023-09-01 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
F0604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2023-09-01 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F0919 · Environmental Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-14
2022-10-07 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-10
2022-10-07 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14
2022-10-07 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-10
2022-10-07 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14
2022-10-07 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14
2022-10-07 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14
2022-10-07 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14
2022-10-07 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-10-14

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Green, Edward (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest
Muckelrath, Rick (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 50%
Green, Edward (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Muckelrath, Rick (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Fitzmaurice, Dennis (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Pankau, Elizabeth (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Fitzmaurice, Dennis (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Community First Medical Center?

Community First Medical Center has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.5-star average in Illinois.

How many beds does Community First Medical Center have?

It has 66 certified beds and cares for about 9 residents per day.

Has Community First Medical Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Community First Medical Center?

(773) 282-7000. The facility is located at 5645 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60634.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.