Nursing Homes · Alton, IL
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Nexus at Alton
3523 Wickenhauser · Alton, IL 62002 · 181 certified beds
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About Nexus at Alton
Nexus at Alton is a nursing home in Alton, Illinois. Its capacity is 181 beds, above the Madison County median of 107 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Forge Investments LP. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 99 citations, the most recent on May 29, 2026. CMS also lists 8 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.90 hours per resident per day. It is one of 3 nursing homes listed in Alton. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
1.0Staffing
1.0Quality measures
2.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (99)
Records from January 2022 to May 2026.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.
May 29, 2026
Tag F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.
February 20, 2026
Tag F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 25, 2026.
February 20, 2026
Tag F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 24, 2026.
February 20, 2026
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 24, 2026.
December 29, 2025
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 30, 2025.
December 29, 2025
Tag F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 30, 2025.
November 19, 2025
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected November 20, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected October 1, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 30, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2025.
September 30, 2025
Tag F0808Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2025.
July 25, 2025
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 4, 2025.
Penalties (8)
Total fines: $392,111
November 19, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,505 against this nursing home on November 19, 2025.
September 30, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $18,915 against this nursing home on September 30, 2025.
March 26, 2025 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting April 24, 2025, lasting 102 days (triggered by inspection on March 26, 2025).
March 26, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $189,280 against this nursing home on March 26, 2025.
September 10, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $53,768 against this nursing home on September 10, 2024.
September 10, 2024 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting October 9, 2024, lasting 22 days (triggered by inspection on September 10, 2024).
October 3, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $115,643 against this nursing home on October 3, 2023.
October 3, 2023 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting November 2, 2023, lasting 127 days (triggered by inspection on October 3, 2023).
Staffing
3.90 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 4.45 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
- Parent company: Forge Investments LP
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in Illinois.
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