Mercy Circle
Mercy Circle is a 5-star rated nursing home in Chicago, IL with 23 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 5/5, staffing 5/5, quality measures 5/5.
The facility has 30 health violations on record. Federal fines total $650 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: February 6, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Illinois public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 1 violations
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024 4 violations
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023 9 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
2022 7 violations
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 2 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2019 3 violations
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2018 3 violations
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2017 1 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mercy Circle
- What violations has Mercy Circle received?
- Mercy Circle has 30 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Mercy Circle?
- Mercy Circle has a 5-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Mercy Circle last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Mercy Circle safe?
- Safety at Mercy Circle should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Mercy Circle?
- Phone: (773) 253-3600. Address: 3659 West 99th Street, Chicago, IL. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Mercy Circle offer?
- Mercy Circle is a skilled nursing facility with 23 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Chicago, IL?
- Compare Mercy Circle with other nursing homes in Chicago, IL on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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