HILLCREST RETIREMENT VILLAGE

Hillcrest Retirement Village is a skilled nursing facility located at 1740 North Circuit Drive in Round Lake Beach, Illinois, within Lake County. The facility operates 140 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit partnership. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities across four categories, with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Hillcrest Retirement Village holds an overall CMS rating of 4 stars, which is above the national average of 3 stars. The health inspection rating is 4 stars, also above the national average, reflecting the outcomes of standard regulatory inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 2 stars, which falls below the national average and indicates lower reported staffing levels relative to peer facilities. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, which aligns with the national average and is based on clinical data reported by the facility covering resident health outcomes and care processes. Hillcrest Retirement Village accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to a broad range of residents seeking long-term care or short-term skilled nursing services. Individuals and families should contact the facility directly at (847) 546-5300 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay options, and any additional insurance accepted. Financial eligibility requirements for Medicaid coverage are determined by the state of Illinois and may vary based on individual circumstances. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Hillcrest Retirement Village presents a mixed profile. The overall 4-star rating and the 4-star health inspection rating are both above the national average, suggesting favorable performance in regulatory compliance. The staffing rating of 2 stars is below the national average, a factor that may be relevant when evaluating care capacity and resident-to-staff ratios. The quality measure rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility and to consider conducting an in-person visit as part of any care decision.