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Citadel Of Northbrook, The

Northbrook, IL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 145982) · 158 certified beds

CMS overall rating: 4★ (state average 2.55★ — above state average)
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: 2 totaling $25,126
Phone: (847) 795-9700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗

The Citadel Of Northbrook has a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Illinois state average of 2.55. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.

The Citadel Of Northbrook reports total nurse hours of 3.55 per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 32.4%.

The Citadel Of Northbrook has 2 federal fines on record totaling $25,126.00, and 0 payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus Status was indicated in the available CMS data for this facility.

Overall rating vs. benchmarks
Citadel Of Northbrook… Citadel Of Northbrook…: 4★ 4★ IL average IL average: 2.55★ 2.55★ Citadel Healthcare chain avg Citadel Healthcare chain avg: 3.2★ 3.2★

About this facility

The Citadel Of Northbrook is a 158-certified-bed nursing home in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois, with an average of 133.7 residents. The facility is organized as a for-profit Limited Liability Company and has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since April 28, 1999.

According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Illinois state average of 2.55. Its component ratings are: 4 stars for health inspections, 3 stars for quality measures, and 2 stars for staffing.

Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.55, with 0.75 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 32.4%.

On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $25,126.00, and 0 payment denials for this facility.

No abuse icon or Special Focus Status flag was provided in the available data for this facility.

The Citadel Of Northbrook is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain, which operates 14 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.2 stars. There has been no change of ownership reported in the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.

This profile is based on data from CMS Medicare Care Compare. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare before making a decision.

Questions families ask

What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?

The Citadel Of Northbrook has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Illinois state average of 2.55.

Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?

This facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.

How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?

Total nurse staffing is 3.55 hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing turnover is reported at 32.4%.

Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?

Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $25,126.00 and 0 payment denials.

Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?

The provided data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Status for this facility; verify current status on Medicare Care Compare.

How large is this facility and how many residents live there?

The facility has 158 certified beds and an average of 133.7 residents.

Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?

It is owned as a for-profit Limited Liability Company and is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain, which has 14 facilities with an average rating of 3.2 stars.

How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?

The facility has been certified since April 28, 1999.

What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?

CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4, 4, 2, and 3 stars respectively.

Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?

The provided data does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 8477959700 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.

What should I look for when touring this facility?

The data provided does not include tour details; contact the facility at 8477959700 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Care Compare.

How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?

You can review the facility's full record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/145982?state=IL.

Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.