ALLURE OF MT CARROLL

Allure of Mt Carroll is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 1006 North Lowden Road in Mount Carroll, Illinois (ZIP code 61053). The facility is situated in Carroll County and operates 72 certified beds. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three primary components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Allure of Mt Carroll received a 5-star rating in health inspections, indicating performance in that category that places it among the highest-rated facilities nationally. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, also above the national average. The staffing rating, however, is 1 star, which falls below the national average and reflects lower measured staffing levels relative to peer facilities. Staffing ratings are calculated using reported nurse staffing hours per resident per day, adjusted for resident acuity. Allure of Mt Carroll is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is equipped to serve residents whose care is funded through either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility and duration requirements. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to residents who meet income and asset eligibility criteria as defined by the state of Illinois. Individuals and families seeking information about coverage specifics are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (815) 244-7715 or consult with a benefits counselor. When evaluated against national benchmarks, Allure of Mt Carroll presents a mixed but generally above-average profile. Its overall 4-star rating surpasses the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star health inspection rating and 4-star quality measure rating indicate strong performance in those areas. The 1-star staffing rating is a notable contrast and may be a consideration for those researching care options in the Mount Carroll area. Carroll County residents and families can use this data, along with facility visits and direct inquiries, to make informed comparisons among available nursing care options in the region.