Medilodge of Portage
7855 Currier Dr · Portage, MI · 49002 · 2693237748
117 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Medilodge
Why this verdict
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.02 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.05 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $35,317 |
Inspection citations (51 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 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 August 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025 · found via complaint
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 August 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G February 29, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
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.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 29, 2024
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 29, 2024 | Fine | $19,724 |
| December 7, 2023 | Fine | $15,593 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235399 · certified since March 12, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.