La Bella of Mascoutah
201 South 10th Street · Mascoutah, IL · 62258 · 6185668000
76 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Jenmax Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $99,720 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$99,720 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
83% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.50 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 83% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $128,006 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 29, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 26, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected March 2, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 20, 2025 | Fine | $44,775 |
| May 20, 2025 | Fine | $54,945 |
| October 3, 2023 | Fine | $28,286 |
| October 3, 2023 | Payment Denial | 26 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145518 · certified since March 15, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.