D66

La Bella of Sterling

Grade D 66/100 composite score

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
2/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
2/5
Staffing
1/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

70

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Total Fines

$54,998

Last Survey

N/A

3601 SIXTEENTH AVENUE, STERLING, IL 61081
8156260233

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.77h
LPN
0.17h
CNA
1.57h
Total
2.50h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

Ownership information not available.

Penalties & Fines (2)

$54,998total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Apr 6, 2023Fine$54,998
Apr 6, 2023Payment Denial

Health Inspection Deficiencies (16)

March 12, 2025Health11 deficiencies
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0679DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0680FMinimal harm, Widespread

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 2, 2025
0740EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0742DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0745EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0755DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0756DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 27, 2025
0883EMinimal harm, Pattern

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 26, 2025
May 9, 2024Health2 deficiencies
0755DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected May 24, 2024
0851FMinimal harm, Widespread

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected May 24, 2024
January 16, 2024Health1 deficiency
0689FMinimal harm, Widespread

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 17, 2024
April 6, 2023Health2 deficiencies
0755EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 10, 2023
0761EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 10, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for La Bella of Sterling?

La Bella of Sterling in STERLING, Illinois has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 66 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for La Bella of Sterling?

La Bella of Sterling has an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 1/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does La Bella of Sterling have?

La Bella of Sterling has 16 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has La Bella of Sterling been fined?

Yes. La Bella of Sterling has $54,998 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 2 penalties.

How many beds does La Bella of Sterling have?

La Bella of Sterling has 70 certified beds with approximately 40 current residents (57% occupancy). The facility is located at 3601 SIXTEENTH AVENUE, STERLING, Illinois 61081. It is a for profit - limited liability company facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.