Montgomery Place
5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637
Montgomery Place is a nursing home in Chicago, Illinois. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS abuse icon
CMS adds this icon when it cites a home for abuse that hurt a resident in the past year. It also adds it when it cites a home for abuse that could have hurt someone, in each of the past two years.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (773) 753-4100
- Last standard health inspection
- September 5, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 40
- Residents per day, on average
- 34.7
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Montgomery Place
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Illinois average (33 vs 38).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.8 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Payment stopped
August 5, 2026 (3 months ago)
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from August 5, 2026, for 16 days.
2 citations
Health inspection on July 31, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
285 of 664 Illinois homes (43%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 20, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2026.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 11, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
285 of 664 Illinois homes (43%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 2, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2026.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 25, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 13, 2026.
Fine
June 25, 2026 (4 months ago)
CMS fine of $39,690 on June 25, 2026.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on May 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 4, 2026.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 4, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 10, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 14, 2026.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 15, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
285 of 664 Illinois homes (43%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.1 to 3.5 hours per resident per day.
4 citations
Health inspection on September 5, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0883. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0883 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 6, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 22, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 29, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 2, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0558 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation E0037 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation E0039 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0133 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0222 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0321 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0345 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0351 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0521 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0911 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0926 from the fire safety inspection on November 26, 2024.
14 citations
Health inspection on November 15, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0727. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0814. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0814 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.
Citation F0883. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.
Citation F0640. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.
Citation F0803. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2024.
11 citations
Fire safety inspection on November 15, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for E0037 2 times since 2022.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2025.
Citation K0133. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0133 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 14, 2025.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0926. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
Citation K0911. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2024.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 30, 2024 from $14,678 to $14,813.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 20, 2024 from $4,893 to $4,938.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 16, 2023 from $31,151 to $31,880.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Fine
February 20, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $4,938 on February 20, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0133 from the fire safety inspection on September 21, 2023.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0345 from the fire safety inspection on September 21, 2023.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on September 21, 2023.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0521 from the fire safety inspection on September 21, 2023.
Fine
January 30, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $14,814 on January 30, 2024.
CMS update of December 21, 2023
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 16, 2023 from $47,925 to $31,151.
5 citations
Health inspection on September 21, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0804. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 8, 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 8, 2023.
Citation F0814. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 8, 2023.
Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 8, 2023.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 8, 2023.
4 citations
Fire safety inspection on September 21, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0133. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 5, 2023.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 5, 2023.
Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 5, 2023.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on July 22, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0006. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.
Citation E0015. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2022.
Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2022.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 16, 2022.
Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2022.
Questions
When was Montgomery Place last inspected?
CMS lists September 5, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Montgomery Place have?
CMS lists 33 health citations since September 21, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Montgomery Place been fined?
CMS lists 3 fines in the past three years, $59,442 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Montgomery Place?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Montgomery Place a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.