Medilodge of Tawas City
400 North Street West · Tawas City, MI · 48763 · 9893628645
85 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.22 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.98 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.45 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 42% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G September 12, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 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 October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 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 October 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
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 October 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235379 · certified since July 17, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.