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HIGHLAND OAKS

2750 WEST HIGHLAND AVENUE, ELGIN, IL 60123
Score: 97 / 100

Among nursing homes in Illinois, Highland Oaks stands out with an A grade and a score of 97 out of 100. It ranks in the 99th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Highland Oaks exceed national averages, with 5.02 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.98 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 6 deficiencies at Highland Oaks. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.02 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.98 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.57 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.47 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.45 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.74 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

6
Total Deficiencies
Aug 28, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 6 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 28, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0602 Severity D
    Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0688 Severity D
    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 medic
    Jul 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care 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 6.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 32.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 27.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 97 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
24
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 28, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2