The Laurels of Bedford
270 N Bedford Road · Battle Creek, MI · 49017 · 2699682296
123 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
- 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
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.98 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.98 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 42% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (38 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 28, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
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 December 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected December 2, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
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 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 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 October 9, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235299 · certified since May 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.