Cass County, Illinois · Nursing home
Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr
4 of 5 overall from CMS
8306 St Lukes Drive, Beardstown, IL 62618
At a glance
- Overall rating 4 of 5 Above the state average of 2.5
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.26 hours Below the state average of 3.45
- Nursing staff who left in a year 46.2% Above the state average of 44.5%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 15 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 88.6% of 79 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr is a 79-bed nursing home in Beardstown, Illinois (Cass County). CMS rates it 4 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.26 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Illinois average of 3.45. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 79
- Residents per day (average)
- 70.0
- Certified since
- 1997 (29 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Summit Healthcare Consulting (9 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr
Chosen from this home's public data.
- Nursing staff turnover is 46.2%, above the Illinois average of 44.5%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 2.92 hours per resident on weekends against 3.26 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.20 hours per resident per day; the Illinois average is 0.72. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 4 of 5 Illinois average 2.5
- Health inspections 5 of 5 Illinois average 2.7
- Staffing 1 of 5 Illinois average 2.1
- Quality measures 4 of 5 Illinois average 3.0
The vertical line marks the Illinois average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.26 h Illinois average 3.45
- Nurse aides 2.10 h Illinois average 2.09
- Licensed practical nurses 0.95 h Illinois average 0.64
- Registered nurses 0.20 h Illinois average 0.72
- All staff, weekends 2.92 h Illinois average 3.07
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 8 hours. The vertical line marks the Illinois average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover46.2%
- Illinois average44.5%
- Registered nurse turnover60.0%
- Illinois average41.8%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Illinois and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Illinois | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 6.2% | 13.4% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 13.2% | 6.3% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 82.3% | 54.2% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 90.3% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 8.4% | 14.3% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 18.5% | 18.3% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.5% | 91.8% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.8% | 4.8% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 23.8% | 20.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 25.8% | 21.7% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.97 | 2.02 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.77 | 2.22 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Illinois | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 69.7% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 88.1% | 63.1% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 12.9% | 26.1% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.7% | 13.9% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 15 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 2 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on May 18, 2023: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2024 | 4 | 5 |
| May 18, 2023 | 3 | 5 |
| Mar 3, 2022 | 8 | 0 |
Illinois homes averaged 12.6 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (15)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 11, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 3, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 3, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 3, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 31, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 31, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 22, 2022)
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2025 | Payment Denial | 7 days |
Illinois homes averaged 2.2 fines and $111,013 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Illinois
- Size509 of 666 by certified beds
- Illinois average residents per day95.4
- ChainSummit Healthcare Consulting
- Chain average overall rating2.6 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Cass County2
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr?
Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr has an overall rating of 4 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 5, staffing is 1 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr have?
Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr has 79 certified beds. It averages 70.0 residents per day, about 88.6% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr?
The home reports 3.26 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.20 hours from registered nurses. The Illinois average is 3.45 hours and 0.72 hours from registered nurses.
Has Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Beardstown Health & Rehab Ctr accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 1 of 5 Rushville Nursing & Rehab Ctr 96beds 77.3%in use 3.11nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Cass County Senior Living & Rehabilitation LLC 71beds 39.6%in use 3.33nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Mount Sterling Health and Rehab Center 80beds 82.8%in use 2.86nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Cass County
Who to call in Illinois
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Illinois.
- Long-term care ombudsman Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 1-800-252-8966 (Senior HelpLine) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Central Complaint Registry 1-800-252-4343 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Illinois staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 145952. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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