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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

La Bella of Sterling

3601 Sixteenth Avenue · Sterling, IL 61081 · 70 certified beds

8156260233

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About La Bella of Sterling

La Bella of Sterling is a nursing home in Sterling, Illinois, in Whiteside County. Public records list 70 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator. We hold 19 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 17 December 2025. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 2.48 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 July 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data July 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

17

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

18

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

17

Inspection history (19)

Records from April 2023 to December 2025.

  • December 17, 2025 · F

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-17 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-17.GOV
  • October 3, 2025 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-10-03 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2025-10-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-10-03.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · F

    Citation F0680

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0680 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0679

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0742

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0742 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 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 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · E

    Citation F0745

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0745 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0758

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 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 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · E

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • March 12, 2025 · E

    Citation F0740

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-12 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-12.GOV
  • November 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-07 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-07.GOV
  • May 9, 2024 · F

    Citation F0851

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-09 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-09.GOV
  • May 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-09 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 2024-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-09.GOV
  • January 16, 2024 · F

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-16 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-01-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-16.GOV
  • April 6, 2023 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-06 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-06.GOV
  • April 6, 2023 · E

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-06 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-06.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 2.48 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q42.49 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-012.49 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-012.48 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-012.48 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q12.48 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

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  1. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

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Nursing Homes

Median · IL$8,304/mo
See full IL cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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