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Elevate Care Riverwoods

3705 Deerfield Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015 · Lake County

Personalized post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care for patients recovering from surgery, illness, injury, or complex medical needs.

3.0CMS overall rating(847) 947-9000Visit website ↗
58
Good
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 59% 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

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Riverwoods

Elevate Care Riverwoods is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Riverwoods, IL, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 142 residents per day. It operates as part of the Elevate Care network.

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

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.85 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $152,185 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.37 hrs/resident/day)
  • $152,185 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Riverwoods, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
240
Avg. residents/day
142
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Elevate Care
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
145304

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

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lake County 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
3.37
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.85
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
30.7%
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)
7
Federal fines
5 ($152,185)
Total penalties
6
Last standard survey
2025-08-06
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-06Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-08-06Fine$47,320
2025-08-06Payment denial
2025-04-30Fine$12,438
2024-07-25Fine$9,452
2024-01-22Fine$16,801
2023-09-05Fine$66,174

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24-hour staff
  • 24/7 staff

Location

3705 Deerfield Road, Riverwoods, 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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Common questions about Elevate Care Riverwoods

How much does Elevate Care Riverwoods cost?

Elevate Care Riverwoods does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Riverwoods, 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 Elevate Care Riverwoods's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Elevate Care Riverwoods?

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Elevate Care Riverwoods?

Elevate Care Riverwoods has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Elevate Care Riverwoods have availability?

Typically 59% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Elevate Care Riverwoods offer?

Elevate Care Riverwoods in Riverwoods, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Lake County.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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