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Carlton at the Lake, the, Chicago, IL: 2 star rating, fined $56,479 across 4 fines and had 1 payment denial

Carlton at the Lake, the in Chicago, IL is owned by 2 individuals whom CMS lists (names not shown), is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $56,479 across 4 fines and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 61 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on July 10, 2026, and 6 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
725 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
Overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
2 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
244
Residents per day
172 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Carlton Skilled Nursing Facility LLC
Chain
Legacy Healthcare, 96 facilities
Fines
$56,479 across 4 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
61, of which 6 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
July 10, 2026
CMS Certification Number
145679
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
August 25, 2025Fine$12,425Not listeddata.cms.gov
March 15, 2024Fine$16,822Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 19, 2024Fine$16,052Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 2, 2023Fine$11,180Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 2, 2023Payment denialNot listedNovember 25, 202325data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
July 10, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 11, 2026data.cms.gov
May 28, 2026F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 29, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F732Post nurse staffing information every day.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 26, 2026F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 6, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 6, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 6, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 6, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 6, 2026data.cms.gov
November 21, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 22, 2025data.cms.gov
November 21, 2025F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 22, 2025data.cms.gov
November 7, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 8, 2025data.cms.gov
September 8, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 9, 2025data.cms.gov
September 8, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 9, 2025data.cms.gov
August 25, 2025F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 26, 2025data.cms.gov
August 25, 2025F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 26, 2025data.cms.gov
May 2, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMay 3, 2025data.cms.gov
May 2, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 3, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 11, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 12, 2025data.cms.gov
November 7, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 8, 2024data.cms.gov
November 7, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 8, 2024data.cms.gov
August 5, 2024F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 6, 2024data.cms.gov
August 5, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 6, 2024data.cms.gov
April 15, 2024F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 16, 2024data.cms.gov
April 15, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 16, 2024data.cms.gov
April 15, 2024F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesE: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 15, 2024F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedFebruary 3, 2024data.cms.gov
January 19, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 3, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 20, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedNovember 3, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 3, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 3, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 3, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 3, 2023data.cms.gov
October 4, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedOctober 17, 2023data.cms.gov
October 4, 2023F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedOctober 17, 2023data.cms.gov
October 4, 2023F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 17, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 11 individual or personal trusts (2 owners, 4 managers, 5 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A.Operational or managerial controlNot listedDecember 1, 2024data.cms.gov
Legacy Healthcare Financial Services LLCOperational or managerial controlNot listedNovember 12, 2015data.cms.gov
Carlton Associates Limited PartnershipSecurity interestNot listedNovember 12, 2015data.cms.gov
Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A.Security interestNot listedDecember 1, 2024data.cms.gov
Carlton Associates Limited PartnershipAdditional disclosable partyNot listedNovember 12, 2015data.cms.gov
Legacy Healthcare Financial Services LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedNovember 13, 2025data.cms.gov
RSM US LLPAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJanuary 1, 2024data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.