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Medilodge of Sault Ste. Marie
1011 Meridian Road Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 635-1518
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CCN
235292
Certified beds
106
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Medilodge
Nurse staffing
4.18
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.94 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 52% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected February 11, 2026
29 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0561No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0583No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0602No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0635No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0688No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0757No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
D
F0849No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0806No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
E
F0810No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0732No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0801No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0838No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0865No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0867No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
F
F0921No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
G
F0600Actual harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
H
F0725Actual harm · Pattern
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2026
Inspected February 4, 2026
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0686Actual harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2026
Inspected November 26, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 16, 2025
Inspected November 19, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 16, 2025
Inspected June 18, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 15, 2025
G
F0684Actual harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 15, 2025
Inspected February 26, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 26, 2025
E
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 26, 2025
Inspected January 9, 2025
12 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
C
F0575No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
C
F0732No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
D
F0688No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
D
F0745No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
E
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
E
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 12, 2025
Inspected July 30, 2024
6 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
D
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
F
F0606No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
G
F0600Actual harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
J
F0689Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 22, 2024
Inspected June 27, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 30, 2024
E
F0809No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 30, 2024
Inspected April 18, 2024
3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0690No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 14, 2024
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 14, 2024
G
F0689Actual harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 14, 2024
Inspected January 29, 2024
12 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0641No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0690No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0710No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 27, 2024
D
F0895No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Have a Compliance and Ethics Program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
E
F0923No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
J
F0689Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2024
Inspected October 10, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected October 16, 2023
Penalties
Date
Type
Amount
June 27, 2024
Fine
$29,627
April 18, 2024
Fine
$20,183
January 29, 2024
Fine
$15,593
January 29, 2024
Payment Denial · 29 days
Ownership transfers
Effective
Seller
Buyer
02/01/2018
FMG Meridian Street Michigan LLC
Sault STE Marie Opco LLC
From the CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Change of Ownership dataset. A sale does not by itself say anything about care quality.