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BIRCHWOOD PLAZA

1426 WEST BIRCHWOOD, CHICAGO, IL, 60626 · 7732744405

Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-06-24
4.0
★★★★☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
4.0
Staffing
3.0
Quality Measures
4.0
200
Licensed Beds
3.0
Staffing Rating
Birchwood Plaza is a skilled nursing facility located at 1426 West Birchwood in Chicago, Illinois 60626, within Cook County. The facility operates as a for-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 200 certified beds, placing it among the larger nursing care providers in the Chicago area. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Birchwood Plaza holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5, reflecting the results of state and federal inspections conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, which falls in line with the national average and reflects the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that are tracked and reported by CMS. These ratings are based on data collected and published by the federal government and are updated periodically. Birchwood Plaza accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance programs. Individuals and families considering this facility should contact the administration directly at (773) 274-4405 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional coverage accepted. Payment and coverage details can also vary based on the specific level of care required and the duration of stay. When compared to national benchmarks, Birchwood Plaza performs above average in three of the four CMS rating categories. The overall rating of 4 stars, the health inspection rating of 4 stars, and the quality measure rating of 4 stars each exceed the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. These figures provide a general reference point for comparing this facility to others across the country, though individual circumstances, care needs, and facility conditions should be considered when evaluating any skilled nursing facility.
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About CMS Star Ratings

CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.

A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.

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Data sourced from CMS Care Compare. Last updated via nightly pipeline.