Medilodge of West Bloomfield
6950 Farmington Rd · West Bloomfield, MI · 48322 · 2486611700
140 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 3 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.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.56 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $62,790 |
Inspection citations (54 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
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 March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
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 March 31, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · 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 October 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026 · 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 March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected June 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided.
Corrected June 2, 2025 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 19, 2023 | Fine | $62,790 |
| October 19, 2023 | Payment Denial | 16 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235487 · certified since May 17, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.