Tower Hill Healthcare Center
759 Kane Street, South Elgin, IL 60177
Tower Hill Healthcare Center is a nursing home in South Elgin, 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.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating1 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionFebruary 6, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since June 1, 202355 (Illinois average 38)
- Fines in the past three years2, $57,365 in total
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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.
Health inspection on May 11, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 May 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 9 times since 2024.
Health inspection on April 24, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 May 8, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 5 times since 2024.
Health inspection on April 22, 2026
2 citationsCMS 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.
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Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2026.
Health inspection on March 27, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2026.
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 April 7, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on January 7, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 January 12, 2026.
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 12, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0600 from the health inspection on December 26, 2024.
Health inspection on August 12, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 August 18, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 3 times since 2023.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on July 1, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 July 6, 2025.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on February 6, 2025.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0222 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0311 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0321 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0363 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0372 from the fire safety inspection on February 18, 2025.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from May 16, 2024 from $18,083 to $18,377.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 15, 2024 from $38,376 to $38,987.
Health inspection on April 28, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from May 16, 2024 from $27,820 to $18,083.
Health inspection on March 18, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 March 21, 2025.
Health inspection on February 27, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 March 3, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 15, 2024 from $59,040 to $38,376.
Health inspection on February 6, 2025
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0881. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation F0805. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
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 February 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0694. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
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 February 14, 2025.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
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 February 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0803 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0808. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 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 February 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2023.
Health inspection on December 26, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 December 27, 2024.
Health inspection on December 12, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 December 18, 2024.
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 December 18, 2024.
Health inspection on November 1, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 November 2, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on October 10, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 October 18, 2024.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on July 18, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 July 22, 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 July 22, 2024.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on May 16, 2024
1 citationCMS 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.
CMS fine of $18,377 on May 16, 2024.
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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 May 17, 2024.
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 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on April 5, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0622. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2024.
Health inspection on March 15, 2024
14 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and 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.
129 of 664 Illinois homes (19%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $38,988 on March 15, 2024.
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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 April 9, 2024.
Citation F0607. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 9, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation F0803. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 9, 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 April 9, 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 April 9, 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 April 9, 2024.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0688 2 times since 2023.
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 April 9, 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 April 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0692 2 times since 2023.
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 April 9, 2024.
Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation F0825. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on January 3, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0687. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate foot care.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2024.
Health inspection on June 1, 2023
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 June 9, 2023.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 9, 2023.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 9, 2023.
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 June 9, 2023.
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 June 9, 2023.
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 June 9, 2023.
Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 9, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on June 1, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0026. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2023.
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
- (847) 697-3310
- Last standard health inspection
- February 6, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 206
- Residents per day, on average
- 169.5
- Ownership type
- For profit - Partnership
- Legal business name
- Tower Hill Rehabilitation, LLC
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Illinois average (55 vs 38).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- AMSTER, JEREMY5% or greater direct ownership interest · 49% · since 07/01/2011
- MILSTEIN, ARI5% or greater direct ownership interest · 16% · since 06/18/2013
- MILSTEIN, STUART5% or greater direct ownership interest · 16% · since 07/01/2011
- MINKOVE, ELANA5% or greater direct ownership interest · 16% · since 07/01/2011
- SW MANAGEMENTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2011
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- AMSTER, JEREMYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2011
- HILL, VICTORIAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2013
- WOLFE, SHELDONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2011
Questions
When was Tower Hill Healthcare Center last inspected?
CMS lists February 6, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Tower Hill Healthcare Center have?
CMS lists 55 health citations since June 1, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Tower Hill Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $57,365 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Tower Hill Healthcare Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Tower Hill Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.