Quick answers
- Where is Hitz Memorial Home?
- 201 Belle Street, Alhambra, IL 62001, in Madison County, Illinois.
- What is the phone number of Hitz Memorial Home?
- (618) 488-2355, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Hitz Memorial Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Hitz Memorial Home been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $41,971.
- What did inspectors find at Hitz Memorial Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 25, 2023 to July 24, 2026), Medicare lists 15 health citations; the most serious was level J. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 25, 2023 to July 24, 2026), Hitz Memorial Home had 15 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $41,971 in total (1 fine, the latest on March 12, 2026). Nurse staffing is 3.56 hours per resident per day; the Illinois average is 3.47 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: March 12, 2026 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 12, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 12, 2026 (standard health inspection); July 24, 2026 (complaint investigation).
F0610 Level J
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 5 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0881 Level E
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
Previous cycle: September 12, 2024 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 12, 2024 (standard health inspection); March 19, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 4 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0727 Level F
“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.”
F0839 Level E
“Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
Earlier cycle: August 25, 2023 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 25, 2023 (standard health inspection); September 12, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level F
“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.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0881 Level D
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (1)
E0026 Level F
“Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $41,971 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 | Fine | $41,971 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Illinois | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.26 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.99 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.30 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.56 | 3.47 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.23 | 3.08 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.30 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 43.8% | 43.7% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 62.5% | 41.5% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 59 |
| Average residents per day | 42.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1997-03-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 201 Belle Street, Alhambra, IL 62001 |
| County | Madison County |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (618) 488‑2355 |
| CMS Certification Number | 145921 |
| Name in Medicare records | HITZ MEMORIAL HOME |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare0.4 mi · Alhambra, IL · 5 of 5 stars
- Staunton Health and Rehab Center9.4 mi · Staunton, IL · 1 of 5 stars
- Highland Health Care Center12 mi · Highland, IL · 1 of 5 stars
- Evercare at Edwardsville13 mi · Edwardsville, IL · 1 of 5 stars
- Eden Village Care Center14 mi · Glen Carbon, IL · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Community Hospital of Staunton9.4 mi · Staunton, IL · Critical Access Hospital
- St Joseph's Hospital9.6 mi · Highland, IL · Critical Access Hospital
- Anderson Hospital16 mi · Maryville, IL · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13