Nursing home / skilled nursing
Nature Trail Health And Rehab
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Mount Vernon, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1001 SOUTH 34TH STREET |
| City | Mount Vernon |
| State | Illinois |
| ZIP code | 62864 |
| County | Jefferson |
| Phone | 618-242-5700 |
| Website | http://www.naturetrailhrc.com/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 146021 |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 74 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | March 1, 2002 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Nature Trail Health And Rehab is in 1001 SOUTH 34TH STREET, Mount Vernon, IL 62864. Phone: 618-242-5700. Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. CMS rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 4, staffing 2, quality measures 3). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 65.000; 1 federal fines totaling $18603.00; total nursing staff turnover 49.3%.
More about this provider
| The opened official homepage presents Nature Trail (a Crest Healthcare center) in Jefferson County providing genuine hometown care, treating guests, loved ones and staff as family, with skilled medical staff, specialized therapy and state-of-the-art technology, under three pillars: genuine hometown care, treating staff like family, and community engagement. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled nursing staff / expert skilled nursing care; full-service rehabilitation ('We get you home where you belong'); long-term care; specialized therapy with state-of-the-art technology; virtual tour offered |
| Who it serves | Residents/guests needing skilled nursing, rehabilitation or long-term care in Jefferson County, IL |
| Visiting and contact details | Call: 618.242.5700; Email: info@naturetrailhrc.com; Visit us at: 1001 South 34th Street, Mount Vernon, IL 62864 |
| Website | http://www.naturetrailhrc.com/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 2 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.62 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.38 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 68 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 65.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 56 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 68 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 56 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-12-08 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 6 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 3 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.62508 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 22.2 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.15233 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 49.3 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.61048 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.22782 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.15353 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.38723 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.79669 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 18603.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 170 |
| Chain Name | CREST HEALTHCARE CONSULTING |
| Legal Business Name | NATURE TRAIL HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER LLC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.3 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 1.3 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 10 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 2.4 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 3.0 |
| 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 | 68.5 |
| 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 Nature Trail Health And Rehab
Where is Nature Trail Health And Rehab located?
Nature Trail Health And Rehab is at 1001 SOUTH 34TH STREET, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864.
What care and services does Nature Trail Health And Rehab offer?
Nature Trail Health And Rehab offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Nature Trail Health And Rehab Medicare-certified?
Yes. Nature Trail Health And Rehab is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Nature Trail Health And Rehab's quality rating?
CMS gives Nature Trail Health And Rehab an overall star rating of 4 out of 5.
How do I contact Nature Trail Health And Rehab?
Call Nature Trail Health And Rehab at 618-242-5700.
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.