Thrive of Lake County

MUNDELEIN, IL • CMS Certification: 145460

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 850 E US HIGHWAY 45, MUNDELEIN IL 60060
  • Phone: 8473777200

About Thrive of Lake County

Thrive Of Lake County, located in MUNDELEIN, IL, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Thrive of Lake County

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 2.79 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

According to CMS records, this facility is independently owned and operated.

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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).

Below Average Staffing

Thrive of Lake County provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.85 hrs/day
State: 0.72 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.83
Quality Adj: 0.69

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.32 hrs/day
State: 1.36 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 1.05
Quality Adj: 0.39

Certified Assistants

1.46 hrs/day
State: 2.12 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.84
Quality Adj: 1.19

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 2
Quality Measures 4
Staffing 3

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 84 Mar 13, 2025
Weighted Average 138 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 May 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) 27.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 17.3%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.1%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 1.6%

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) 5.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 3.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 1.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 85.3%
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) 2.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 85.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 60.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 1.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 7.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 21.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 83.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 37.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 3.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 21.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 15.7%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 8 complaints
  • 2024: 3 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 1 complaint
  • Total: 19 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Mar 31, 2026 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nov 24, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Aug 26, 2025 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Jul 11, 2025 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Apr 18, 2025 Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under Medicare or Medicaid.
Mar 27, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 06, 2025 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Jan 06, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Mar 28, 2024 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Mar 28, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 15, 2024 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Dec 30, 2023 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Dec 30, 2023 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Oct 11, 2023 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Jul 25, 2023 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Jul 25, 2023 Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Jun 14, 2023 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

TRANSITIONAL CARE OF LAKE COUNTY LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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Noted Deficiencies

Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.

Nursing Hours Analysis

Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thrive of Lake County has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 2.79 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Thrive of Lake County 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 185 certified beds.

Thrive of Lake County 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 Thrive of Lake County directly at 8473777200. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Thrive of Lake County, 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

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.

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