Belhaven Nursing & Rehab Center in CHICAGO, IL was fined $319,575 by CMS across 5 separate penalties following 84 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Belhaven Nursing & Rehab Center (CHICAGO, IL) — $319,575 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Belhaven Nursing & Rehab Center in CHICAGO, IL was fined $319,575 by CMS across 5 separate penalties following 84 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.


• Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.


• Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.


• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.


• Ensure 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.


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


• 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.