Nexus at Columbia
253 Bradington Drive, Columbia, IL 62236
Nexus at Columbia is a nursing home in Columbia, 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 star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (618) 281-6800
- Last standard health inspection
- October 25, 2024 (2 years ago)
- Certified beds
- 119
- Residents per day, on average
- 107.9
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Legal Business Name Not Available
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Illinois average (45 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 quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
3 citations
Health inspection on August 14, 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 F0684. Severity G: actual 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 August 15, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2022.
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 15, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 4 times since 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 18, 2024 from $32,220 to $220,695.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 8, 2025 from $37,570 to $24,421.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from April 24, 2025 from $32,700 to $21,255.
3 citations
Health inspection on April 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
80 of 664 Illinois homes (12%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.
Citation F0678. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 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 May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0610 5 times since 2022.
Fine
April 30, 2026 (6 months ago)
CMS fine of $38,715 on April 30, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was BRIA OF COLUMBIA.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 8, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
362 of 664 Illinois homes (55%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
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 July 9, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 5 times since 2022.
Fine
July 8, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $24,421 on July 8, 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 14, 2024 from $34,750 to $22,588.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 24, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
362 of 664 Illinois homes (55%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0550. Severity G: actual 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 5, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 2 times since 2024.
Fine
April 24, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $21,255 on April 24, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
4 citations
Health inspection on February 20, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0804 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 21, 2025.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 21, 2025.
Payment stopped
January 18, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from January 18, 2025, for 2 days.
4 citations
Health inspection on January 13, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
97 of 664 Illinois homes (15%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 January 17, 2025.
Citation F0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2025.
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 January 17, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2025.
Fine
December 18, 2024 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $220,695 on December 18, 2024.
5 citations
Health inspection on October 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0800. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 7, 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 7, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 November 7, 2024.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 7, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 November 7, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2024.
5 citations
Fire safety inspection on October 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 January 24, 2025.
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 December 22, 2024.
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 January 7, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 27, 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 30, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 14, 2023 from $17,200 to $11,180.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 14, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
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 26, 2024.
Fine
August 14, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $22,588 on August 14, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on July 17, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 July 29, 2024.
Citation F0885. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 28, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 July 12, 2024.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 14, 2023 from $65,490 to $42,569.
2 citations
Health inspection on May 24, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on May 3, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint 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 May 4, 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 May 4, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on April 19, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 23, 2024.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on January 24, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 January 25, 2024.
Citation F0814. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 25, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 12, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
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 January 13, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 5, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on December 14, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 January 13, 2024.
Fine
December 14, 2023 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $11,180 on December 14, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on September 1, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard 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 September 2, 2023.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on September 1, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 March 4, 2024.
Citation K0354. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 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 September 21, 2023.
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 September 11, 2023.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 5, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2023.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2023.
6 citations
Health inspection on November 18, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
2 of 664 Illinois homes (under 1%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2022.
Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 3, 2023.
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 November 19, 2022.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
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 November 19, 2022.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
Citation F0881. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
13 citations
Fire safety inspection on November 18, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
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 November 19, 2022.
Citation E0013. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
Citation E0035. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2022.
Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 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 November 23, 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 November 28, 2022.
Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 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 March 4, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 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 December 6, 2022.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2022.
Questions
When was Nexus at Columbia last inspected?
CMS lists October 25, 2024 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Nexus at Columbia have?
CMS lists 45 health citations since November 18, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Nexus at Columbia been fined?
CMS lists 6 fines in the past three years, $338,854 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Nexus at Columbia?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Nexus at Columbia a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.