Nexus at Alton

ALTON, IL • CMS Certification: 145427

  • Date Updated: June 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 1 Stars
  • Address: 3523 WICKENHAUSER, ALTON IL 62002
  • Phone: 6184658887

About Nexus at Alton

Nexus At Alton, located in ALTON, IL, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Nexus at Alton

  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.45 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 4.45 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the BRIA HEALTH SERVICES network. This chain operates 15 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
1.7
Staffing
1.1
Quality
2.9

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Above Average Staffing

Nexus at Alton provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.54 hrs/day
State: 0.72 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.88
Quality Adj: 0.42

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.67 hrs/day
State: 1.36 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 1.11
Quality Adj: 0.87

Certified Assistants

2.79 hrs/day
State: 2.12 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 3.01
Quality Adj: 2.15

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 1
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 2
Staffing 1

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 172 May 10, 2024
Weighted Average 299 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 32.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 17.8%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.2%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 4.9%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 5.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 85.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 2.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 61.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 8.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 2.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 3.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 21.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 67.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 5.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 6.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 15.5%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 16 complaints
  • 2024: 19 complaints
  • 2025: 31 complaints
  • 2026: 3 complaints
  • Total: 69 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Feb 25, 2026 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Feb 24, 2026 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Feb 24, 2026 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Dec 30, 2025 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Dec 30, 2025 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Dec 30, 2025 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Nov 20, 2025 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Oct 01, 2025 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Oct 01, 2025 Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Oct 01, 2025 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Oct 01, 2025 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Oct 01, 2025 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Aug 04, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Aug 04, 2025 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Aug 04, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Jun 18, 2025 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Jun 18, 2025 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jun 02, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
May 31, 2025 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
May 31, 2025 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
May 09, 2025 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
May 09, 2025 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
May 09, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 09, 2025 Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
May 02, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
May 01, 2025 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
May 01, 2025 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
May 01, 2025 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
May 01, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 01, 2025 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
May 01, 2025 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
May 01, 2025 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
May 01, 2025 Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident?s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Jan 28, 2025 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Nov 19, 2024 Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Nov 19, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Nov 19, 2024 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Nov 19, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Nov 19, 2024 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Oct 31, 2024 Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Oct 16, 2024 Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Oct 08, 2024 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Oct 08, 2024 Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Oct 08, 2024 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Sep 26, 2024 Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Sep 26, 2024 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
May 05, 2024 Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Mar 08, 2024 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Mar 08, 2024 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Feb 10, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 10, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Feb 10, 2024 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Jan 19, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Dec 17, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nov 22, 2023 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Oct 10, 2023 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Oct 06, 2023 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Jul 10, 2023 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Jul 10, 2023 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jul 10, 2023 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Jul 10, 2023 Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Jul 10, 2023 Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Jul 10, 2023 Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Jul 10, 2023 Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Jul 06, 2023 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Jul 06, 2023 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Jul 06, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jul 06, 2023 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Jul 06, 2023 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

BRIA OF ALTON LP

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

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Noted Deficiencies

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Nursing Hours Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Nexus at Alton has a 1-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 4.45 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Nexus at Alton is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 181 certified beds.

Nexus at Alton accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Nexus at Alton directly at 6184658887. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Nexus at Alton, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

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