Ultra Care Home Health, Inc
Des Plaines, IL · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 148008)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 1★
Serves: 31 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (847) 827-3500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Ultra Care Home Health, Inc holds a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, above the Illinois state average of 3 stars, but its patient survey rating is 1 star according to CMS Care Compare data. Families should weigh both figures and review the full Care Compare listing before deciding.
Ultra Care Home Health, Inc offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 31 ZIP codes from its office in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Yes, Ultra Care Home Health, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 148008, certified since October 2008), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status is confirmed through CMS Care Compare data.
About this agency
Ultra Care Home Health, Inc is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Des Plaines, Illinois, certified since October 1, 2008 (CCN 148008). The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) provider.
Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide care.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Ultra Care Home Health holds a CMS quality star rating of 3.5, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars. However, its patient survey star rating is 1, based on CMS patient experience survey data. Among the CMS quality measures reported, 93.58% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 81.36% of patients showed improvement in ability to walk or move around during the episode of care measured by CMS.
Ultra Care Home Health reports serving 31 ZIP codes from its Des Plaines, Illinois office, indicating a broad regional service area.
These figures reflect the most recently published CMS Care Compare data available for this agency and are subject to periodic updates by CMS. Prospective patients and families should consult the official Medicare Care Compare listing directly to confirm current ratings, measures, and service details before making care decisions, as star ratings and performance measures can change between CMS reporting cycles.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Ultra Care Home Health, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 148008, certified since 10/01/2008), so Medicare covers eligible home health services when ordered by a physician.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Ultra Care Home Health has a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency's CMS patient survey star rating is 1 star, according to Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review detailed quality measures and staffing information at the official Medicare Care Compare listing: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/148008?state=IL.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 31 ZIP codes from its Des Plaines, Illinois location.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 31 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about staff availability, scheduling, and specific care plans by calling the agency directly at (847) 827-3500, and verify current ratings on Medicare Care Compare.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Ultra Care Home Health, Inc has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 2008.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is listed as proprietary, meaning it is a for-profit organization.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
CMS does not publish specific cost figures for this agency; contact the agency at (847) 827-3500 for cost information and verify coverage details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Ultra Care Home Health, Inc at (847) 827-3500 to inquire about starting care.
What were the agency's timely care and walking improvement measures?
According to CMS data, 93.58% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 81.36% showed improvement in walking or moving around.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 10/01/2008. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.