Nursing home / skilled nursing
Alta Rehab At Fairmont
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Chicago, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 5061 NORTH PULASKI ROAD |
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois |
| ZIP code | 60630 |
| County | Cook |
| Phone | 773-604-8112 |
| Website | https://alta-rehab.com/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 145867 |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 186 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | February 1, 1996 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Alta Rehab At Fairmont is in 5061 NORTH PULASKI ROAD, Chicago, IL 60630. Phone: 773-604-8112. Ownership: For profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 2, quality measures 3). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 180.000; 3 federal fines totaling $98784.00; total nursing staff turnover 45.6%.
More about this provider
| Alta Rehab at Fairmont brochure: transitioning postacute residents back to home, quickly and safely, with a personalized plan of care, progressive therapy technology paired with evidence-based transitional rehabilitation, and home safety assessment before discharge. | |
| Services and programs | Short-term rehabilitation; skilled transitional rehabilitation therapy on site seven days a week; physical, occupational and speech therapies; pain management; wound care with dedicated wound care nurse; virtual rehabilitation, motorized rehabilitation cycling, electrotherapy, ultrasound, neuromuscular electrical stimulation; supportive ambulation system; holistic healing including aromatherapy, guided imagery and meditation, therapeutic massage and relaxation techniques; room service dining |
| Who it serves | Adults who have undergone surgeries or suffered significant injuries and illnesses, including orthopedic & joint replacement surgeries, hip fractures, cardiac surgeries and illnesses, strokes, pulmonary illnesses, neurological conditions, spinal injuries, diabetes, cosmetic and elective surgeries, chronic pain, IV therapy and dialysis |
| Website | https://alta-rehab.com/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 2 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 1 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.93 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.13 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 116 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 180.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 372 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 116 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 372 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-09-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 19 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 42 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 15 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 26 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.76004 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 42.4 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.24803 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 45.6 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.82278 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.74814 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.37789 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.80699 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.71058 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 3 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 3 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 98784.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 38 |
| Chain Name | APERION CARE |
| Legal Business Name | APERION CARE FAIRMONT LLC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.5 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 1.6 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 33 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 2.1 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.2 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 134.4 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Alta Rehab At Fairmont
Where is Alta Rehab At Fairmont located?
Alta Rehab At Fairmont is at 5061 NORTH PULASKI ROAD, Chicago, Illinois 60630.
What care and services does Alta Rehab At Fairmont offer?
Alta Rehab At Fairmont offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Alta Rehab At Fairmont Medicare-certified?
Yes. Alta Rehab At Fairmont is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Alta Rehab At Fairmont's quality rating?
CMS gives Alta Rehab At Fairmont an overall star rating of 2 out of 5.
How do I contact Alta Rehab At Fairmont?
Call Alta Rehab At Fairmont at 773-604-8112.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Illinois can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.