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Buckingham Pavilion

2625 West Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL 60645 · Cook County

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 49% full — availability is generally good.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Chicago

Buckingham Pavilion is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Chicago, IL, with 235 certified beds and an average of about 116 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.73 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.61 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (2.73 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Chicago, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 235
Avg. residents/day: 116
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145285

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: 2.73; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.61; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 55.8%; 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): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-12-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-05Severity 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.

2025-12-05Severity E — 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…

2025-12-05Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-12-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-12-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2024-11-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2024-11-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2625 West Touhy Avenue, Chicago, 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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Google

4.7

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Common questions about Buckingham Pavilion

How much does Buckingham Pavilion cost?

Buckingham Pavilion does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Chicago, 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 Buckingham Pavilion's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Buckingham Pavilion 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Buckingham Pavilion?

Staff provide about 2.73 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Buckingham Pavilion?

Buckingham Pavilion has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Buckingham Pavilion have availability?

Typically 49% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Buckingham Pavilion offer?

Buckingham Pavilion in Chicago, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 235 beds.

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