Goldwater Care Gibson City
Gibson City, IL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 145911) · 60 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $59,827 · 2 payment denials
Phone: (217) 784-4257 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Goldwater Care Gibson City has a CMS overall star rating of 1 out of 5, below the Illinois state average of 2.55 stars. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 1 star.
Goldwater Care Gibson City reports total nurse staffing of about 3.37 hours per resident per day, including 0.38 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 51.7 percent. CMS gives this facility a staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
Yes, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $59,827.00 and 2 payment denials for Goldwater Care Gibson City. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, so families should review the underlying inspection findings on Care Compare.
About this facility
Goldwater Care Gibson City is a for-profit nursing home in Gibson City, Ford County, Illinois, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since December 1996. The facility has 60 certified beds and an average daily census of 51.6 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Goldwater Care Gibson City holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, below the Illinois state average of 2.55. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 2, quality measure (QM) rating of 2, and staffing rating of 1.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 3.37 per resident per day, including 0.38 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 51.7%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 1 federal fine totaling $59,827.00, and 2 payment denials for this facility. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, meaning families should review the facility's inspection record directly on Care Compare for details of the underlying finding.
Goldwater Care Gibson City is part of the Goldwater Care chain, which operates 11 facilities nationally with an average CMS rating of 1.5 stars. Ownership has not changed in the last 12 months, per CMS records.
This profile is based on data published by CMS Care Compare; consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Goldwater Care Gibson City has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Illinois state average of 2.55 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.37 hours per resident per day, including 0.38 RN hours, with a nursing turnover rate of 51.7%, and a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS lists 1 fine totaling $59,827.00 and 2 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility; no Special Focus status is listed in the data provided.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 51.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Goldwater Care chain, which includes 11 facilities with an average rating of 1.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since December 1, 1996.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures (QM); this facility scores 1, 2, 1, and 2 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 2177844257 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour specifics; contact the facility at 2177844257 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/145911?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.