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AXIOM HEALTHCARE OF WEST FRANKFORT

601 NORTH COLUMBIA, WEST FRANKFORT, IL 62896
Score: 3 / 100

With a score of 3/100, Axiom Healthcare Of West Frankfort ranks in the bottom tier of Illinois nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Axiom Healthcare Of West Frankfort, with 2.91 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent CMS inspections identified 55 deficiencies at Axiom Healthcare Of West Frankfort, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.91 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.38 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.78 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.74 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.38 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.29 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

55
Total Deficiencies
Jan 8, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 53 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jan 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity G
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Sep 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity F
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Sep 15, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0585 Severity F
    Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e
    Sep 15, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.7% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 4.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 34.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 22.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 1.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 12.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $157,866

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 3 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
96
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
26