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La Bella of Freeburg

746 Urbanna Drive, Freeburg, IL 62243 · St. Clair County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% 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

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

A low federal rating — review the details closely

La Bella of Freeburg is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Freeburg, IL, with 118 certified beds and an average of about 94 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.25 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $164,604 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.71 hrs/resident/day)
  • $164,604 in federal fines
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Freeburg options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
118
Avg. residents/day
94
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
145515

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$6,330–$8,230/mo (median $7,070)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Louis 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
3.71
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.25
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
52.6%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
8
Federal fines
5 ($164,604)
Total penalties
7
Last standard survey
2024-08-30
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-13Severity D — potential for 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.

2025-10-21Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom 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.

2025-05-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2025-05-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-05-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2025-05-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2024-08-30Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-08-30Severity G — actual harmQuality 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
2025-11-26Fine$14,810
2025-10-21Fine$48,500
2024-08-30Fine$28,373
2023-12-12Fine$38,420
2023-12-12Payment denial
2023-09-01Fine$34,501
2023-09-01Payment denial

Services & amenities

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

Location

746 Urbanna Drive, Freeburg, 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 La Bella of Freeburg

How much does La Bella of Freeburg cost?

La Bella of Freeburg does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Freeburg, IL area typically runs $6,330–$8,230 per month (median $7,070, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is La Bella of Freeburg's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates La Bella of Freeburg 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at La Bella of Freeburg?

Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at La Bella of Freeburg?

La Bella of Freeburg has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-08-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does La Bella of Freeburg have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does La Bella of Freeburg offer?

La Bella of Freeburg in Freeburg, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 118 beds.

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

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

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