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HomeIllinoisCommunity First Medical Center

Community First Medical Center

5645 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 606347732827000WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.4on Google(804 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
66
certified

How Community First Medical Center Compares in Illinois

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
IL average
2.6/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IL average
2.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
7.62 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
5.39 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
31.3%
IL average
44.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Illinois average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 7.62 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 5.39 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 1, 2023
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 9, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Illinois median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
Illinois median
Cook County 65+
793,931
15.2% of county
County Population
5,225,367
Cook County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Community First Medical Center is a 5-star Medicare certified nursing home in Chicago, Illinois with 66 certified beds. It has been operating since 1985. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
66
Avg Residents/Day
9.4
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Nov 12, 1985
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Cook
Last Inspection
Aug 9, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
42.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (20)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: Sep 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.23 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN5.39 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing7.62 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total6.44 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist1.32 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
31.3%
RN Turnover
28.6%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Individual
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GREEN, EDWARD5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 25, 2014
MUCKELRATH, RICK5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Jun 25, 2014
FITZMAURICE, DENNISW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
GREEN, EDWARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 25, 2014
MUCKELRATH, RICKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 25, 2014
FITZMAURICE, DENNISCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
PANKAU, ELIZABETHCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Community First Medical Center and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Community First Medical Center
Chicago, ILCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Norridge Gardens
Norridge, IL1.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $15,836
Central Nursing Home
Chicago, IL1.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $85,800
Pearl of Montclare, the
Chicago, IL2.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $53,336
St Joseph Village of Chicago
Chicago, IL2.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Irving Park Living & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL2.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $10,358
Alta Rehab at Fairmont
Chicago, IL2.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $98,784
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Community First Medical Center
Chicago, IL · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Norridge Gardens
Norridge, IL
1.0 mi3/53/52/5$15,836
Central Nursing Home
Chicago, IL
1.4 mi1/52/51/5$85,800
Pearl of Montclare, the
Chicago, IL
2.0 mi2/52/52/5$53,336
St Joseph Village of Chicago
Chicago, IL
2.1 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Irving Park Living & Rehab Ctr
Chicago, IL
2.2 mi2/52/52/5$10,358
Alta Rehab at Fairmont
Chicago, IL
2.8 mi2/52/52/5$98,784

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Community First Medical Center?▾
Community First Medical Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Community First Medical Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Illinois is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Community First Medical Center participates in Medicare, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Community First Medical Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Community First Medical Center had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 9, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Community First Medical Center?▾
Community First Medical Center provides 7.62 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 5.39 RN hours, 0.00 LPN hours, and 2.23 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 31.3%.
How many beds does Community First Medical Center have?▾
Community First Medical Center has 66 certified beds with an average of 9.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 14% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Individual owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Community First Medical Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 5 in Chicago. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Community First Medical Center?▾
On Google Maps, Community First Medical Center has a rating of 2.4 out of 5 based on 804 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.