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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
2450 North Central Avenue · Chicago, IL 60639 · 245 certified beds
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Central Nursing Home is a nursing home in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. Its reported capacity is 245 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Marvin Mermelstein Family Trust. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 45 citations, the newest dated 29 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 4 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 2.24 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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1.0Inspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
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Records from June 2022 to May 2026.
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 22, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-22 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 30, 2024 · E
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-30 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-22 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-22 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · F
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-12 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 3, 2022 · E
Citation F0887Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-03 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0886Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-03 under CMS tag F0886 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-03 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $85,800
May 29, 2026 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2026-06-28CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2026-06-28, lasting 2 days (triggered by inspection on 2026-05-29). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
May 29, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-140314CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $42,700 against this nursing home on 2026-05-29 (Fine ID: 140314). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
August 1, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134907CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $26,299 against this nursing home on 2025-08-01 (Fine ID: 134907). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
September 20, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-70211CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $16,801 against this nursing home on 2024-09-20 (Fine ID: 70211). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 2.24 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
Parent organization: Marvin Mermelstein Family Trust
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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