Cycle 1
Health 2024-03-22 · Fire 2024-03-22
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (3 deficiencies)
18 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Dolton, IL
Aperion Care Dolton
3-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with $168,629 in total fines with 8 recent health deficiencies with 18 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
14325 South Blackstone, Dolton, IL
(708) 849-5000
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
88
Certified beds
Average residents
83
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Aperion Care
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-05-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.41
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.87
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.05
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.82
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
56%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
43%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
2.0
0.6 pts better
|
1.9
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
2.3
1.7 pts better
|
1.8
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 83.9% |
89.6%
5.7 pts worse
|
93.4%
9.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 90.0% |
91.6%
1.6 pts worse
|
95.5%
5.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.3% |
3.3%
3 pts better
|
3.3%
3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 100.0% |
50.3%
49.7 pts worse
|
11.4%
88.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 12.1% |
6.5%
5.6 pts worse
|
5.4%
6.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 5.6% |
18.5%
12.9 pts better
|
19.6%
14 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 29.8% |
22.8%
7 pts worse
|
16.7%
13.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 1.4% |
0.1%
1.3 pts worse
|
0.1%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 2.9% |
17.2%
14.3 pts better
|
16.3%
13.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 3.9% |
15.0%
11.1 pts better
|
14.9%
11 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.1%
1.1 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 10.8% |
21.3%
10.5 pts better
|
19.8%
9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.2% |
5.2%
3 pts worse
|
5.1%
3.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 16.0% |
68.8%
52.8 pts worse
|
81.7%
65.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.0% |
14.0%
4 pts better
|
12.0%
2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 5.7% |
2.3%
3.4 pts worse
|
1.6%
4.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 9.1% |
63.0%
53.9 pts worse
|
79.7%
70.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 41.5% |
26.2%
15.3 pts worse
|
23.9%
17.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-12-23 · Fire 2022-12-23
10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
15 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (6 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2021-02-19 · Fire 2021-02-19
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
14 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K344 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Corrected 2024-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K901 · Electrical Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Corrected 2024-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-05-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2024-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-05-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K362 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Corrected 2024-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-03-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-03-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-03-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-02-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-02-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-02-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-02-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2021-03-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-03-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2021-03-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2021-06-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2021-03-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2021-03-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2021-04-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2021-03-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-03-14
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-29
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-12-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-29
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-12-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-10
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-07-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-21
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-02-25
G · Actual harm
2024-09-30
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-10-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-02
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-08-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-15
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-04-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-22
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-05
F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2024-03-06
G · Actual harm
2024-01-25
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-02-13
G · Actual harm
2023-12-12
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-31
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-09-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-31
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-09-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-31
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-09-04
G · Actual harm
2023-08-17
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-09-05
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-01-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-01-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2023-01-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-01-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-23
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2023-01-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-03-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2021-03-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2021-03-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2021-03-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2021-03-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-02-19
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-03-05
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$9,737
2024-09-30
Fine
Fine · fine $9,737
Fine
$114,062
2024-01-25
Fine
Fine · fine $114,062
Fine
$0
2024-01-25
Payment Denial
Payment Denial · denial start 2024-02-23 · 53 days
53 day denial
$11,170
2023-12-12
Fine
Fine · fine $11,170
Fine
$33,660
2023-08-17
Fine
Fine · fine $33,660
Fine
Ownership
David A. Berkowitz Revocable Trust
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Declaration Of Trust Of Yosef Meystel
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Meystel, Joel
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Aperion Care Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Briggs, Letesha
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Jude, Jodie
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mitchell, Olubukola
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Spector, Jennifer
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Spector, Jennifer
Corporate Director · Individual
Turofsky, Steven
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ulbert, Lisa
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ulbert, Lisa
Corporate Officer · Individual
Wilhelm, Naftali
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Zaman, Asad
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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