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HomeIllinoisFayette County Hospital

Fayette County Hospital

650 W Taylor St, Vandalia, IL 624716182831231WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.9on Google(52 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
63
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $18,233

How Fayette County Hospital 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
4/5
IL average
2.6/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IL average
2.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.88 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.95 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
32.6%
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 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Illinois average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.88 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 0.95 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
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 24, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jan 16, 2026
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
Fayette County 65+
4,118
19.2% of county
County Population
21,464
Fayette County

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

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Fayette County Hospital is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Vandalia, Illinois with 63 certified beds. It has been operating since 1984. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
63
Avg Residents/Day
29.6
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 17, 1984
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Fayette
Last Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
16.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 16, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0727Potential for Harm

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0697Actual Harm

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

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$18,233
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineSep 14, 2023
$18,233
Payment DenialSep 14, 2023
8 days denied

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

Nurse Aide3.01 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.92 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.95 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.88 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.46 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.6%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Fayette County Hospital and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Fayette County Hospital
Vandalia, ILCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $18,233
Vandalia Healthcare & Senior Living
Vandalia, IL1.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $14,720
The Haven of St. Elmo
St Elmo, IL14.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $14,015
Greenville Nursing & Rehab
Greenville, IL17.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $10,874
Lutheran Care Center
Altamont, IL19.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $19,208
Montgomery Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Hillsboro, IL22.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $12,048
Hillsboro Rehab & Hcc
Hillsboro, IL24.0 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $317,250
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Fayette County Hospital
Vandalia, IL · Current facility
—4/55/55/5$18,233
Vandalia Healthcare & Senior Living
Vandalia, IL
1.1 mi1/53/51/5$14,720
The Haven of St. Elmo
St Elmo, IL
14.1 mi2/53/51/5$14,015
Greenville Nursing & Rehab
Greenville, IL
17.8 mi4/54/52/5$10,874
Lutheran Care Center
Altamont, IL
19.4 mi5/54/55/5$19,208
Montgomery Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Hillsboro, IL
22.4 mi3/54/51/5$12,048
Hillsboro Rehab & Hcc
Hillsboro, IL
24.0 mi1/51/51/5$317,250

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 Fayette County Hospital?▾
Fayette County Hospital has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Fayette County Hospital 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). Fayette County Hospital participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Fayette County Hospital had any health inspection violations?▾
Fayette County Hospital had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 16, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $18,233.
What are the staffing levels at Fayette County Hospital?▾
Fayette County Hospital provides 4.88 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.95 RN hours, 0.92 LPN hours, and 3.01 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.6%.
How many beds does Fayette County Hospital have?▾
Fayette County Hospital has 63 certified beds with an average of 29.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 47% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Fayette County Hospital?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 1 in Vandalia. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Fayette County Hospital?▾
On Google Maps, Fayette County Hospital has a rating of 2.9 out of 5 based on 52 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.