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Avantara Palos Heights

7850 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463 · Cook County

Avantara Palos Heights offers advanced rehabilitation therapies in a tranquil, boutique hotel-like environment for optimal recovery and independence.

2.0CMS overall rating(708) 361-6990 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 70% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Palos Heights

Avantara Palos Heights is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Palos Heights, IL, with 184 certified beds and an average of about 130 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.94 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $22,645 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.95 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•19 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Palos Heights options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 184
Avg. residents/day: 130
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Legacy Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145607

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chicago prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.95; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.94; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 52.1%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 19
Federal fines: 2 ($22,645)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2025-09-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (43 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-03-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

2025-09-18Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2025-09-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-09-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-09-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-09-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-07-03	Fine	$12,438
2024-10-09	Fine	$10,207
2024-10-09	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

7850 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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3.6

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Common questions about Avantara Palos Heights

How much does Avantara Palos Heights cost?

Avantara Palos Heights does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Palos Heights, IL area typically runs $7,790–$10,410 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Avantara Palos Heights's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Avantara Palos Heights 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Avantara Palos Heights?

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Avantara Palos Heights?

Avantara Palos Heights has 43 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Avantara Palos Heights have availability?

Typically 70% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Avantara Palos Heights offer?

Avantara Palos Heights in Palos Heights, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 184 beds.

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