HIGHLAND HEALTH CARE CENTER

Highland Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1450 26th Street in Highland, Illinois, within Madison County. The facility operates with 128 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 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are assigned based on three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Highland Health Care Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, indicating performance below the national average in this area. The staffing rating of 1 out of 5 represents the lowest tier available under the CMS rating system, suggesting staffing levels that are significantly below national norms. In contrast, the facility earned a quality measure rating of 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting strong performance in clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. Quality measures typically include metrics related to resident health outcomes, such as rates of pressure ulcers, falls, and hospitalizations. Highland Health Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is authorized to bill these federal and state programs for eligible residents. Medicare coverage at skilled nursing facilities generally applies to short-term skilled care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific duration and eligibility criteria. Medicaid coverage is available for longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility requirements established by the state of Illinois. Families and individuals seeking placement should verify current bed availability and payer acceptance directly with the facility. When viewed against national benchmarks, Highland Health Care Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 2-star rating places it below the national average of 3.0 stars, driven largely by its 1-star staffing score and 2-star health inspection score. However, its 5-star quality measure rating is a notable distinction, as this metric reflects outcomes data for residents currently living at the facility. This combination of low staffing and inspection ratings alongside a top quality measure score represents an atypical pattern that may warrant closer review by those conducting facility comparisons. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to examine each rating domain independently and consult the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare report for additional detail.