Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia
814 East Lincoln Avenue · Ionia, MI · 48846 · 6165270080
107 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Optalis Health & Rehabilitation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.24 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 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 April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 6, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 6, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 6, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F March 23, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 19, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected April 19, 2023 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235032 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.