Medilodge of Howell
1333 W Grand River · Howell, MI · 48843 · 5175481900
206 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $28,746 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
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.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.92 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.47 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $71,919 |
Inspection citations (56 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G December 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 11, 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 January 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 11, 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 January 6, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 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 May 19, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected May 19, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected March 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 19, 2024 | Fine | $28,746 |
| August 31, 2023 | Fine | $43,173 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235331 · certified since April 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.