Medilodge of Alpena
301 Long Rapids Road · Alpena, MI · 49707 · 9893562194
132 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Medilodge
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.86 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.89 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2025
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.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Administration
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Actual harm · G August 1, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 1, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 10, 2023
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.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 10, 2023
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 10, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 10, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235280 · certified since May 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.