ATRIUM HEALTH CARE CENTER

Atrium Health Care Center is a long-term care facility located at 1425 West Estes Avenue in Chicago, Illinois (ZIP code 60626), within Cook County. The facility operates 160 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns star ratings across four categories based on data collected through the Nursing Home Care Compare program. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, reflecting performance below the national average in that domain. The staffing rating is also 2 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels and consistency that fall below national norms. In contrast, the quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score, reflecting strong performance on clinical quality indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, medication management, and resident functional outcomes. Atrium Health Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal and state insurance programs. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly at (773) 973-4780 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional financial arrangements the facility may accommodate. When assessed across all four CMS rating categories, Atrium Health Care Center presents a mixed profile relative to national averages. The overall 3-star rating places it on par with the national benchmark. However, the individual component ratings reveal notable variation. The 2-star health inspection and 2-star staffing ratings indicate areas where performance falls short of typical national standards, while the 5-star quality measure rating represents a significant strength. Individuals reviewing this facility should consider each component rating independently, as the composite score may not fully reflect performance in specific areas of concern. The CMS star rating system is updated periodically and is intended as one reference point among several when evaluating long-term care options.