How does Medilodge of Grand Rapids rate on Medicare Care Compare?
Medilodge of Grand Rapids carries an overall Medicare Care Compare rating of 1 of 5 stars (health inspections 1 of 5, staffing 3 of 5, quality measures 4 of 5) in the CMS file updated October 1, 2026.
CMS lists it as a SFF Candidate (Special Focus Facility program), its category for homes with a persistent record of serious problems.
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (Medicare Care Compare) -- nursing home file updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-30. Michigan licenses nursing homes under Public Health Code Part 217; LARA's Bureau of Survey and Certification carries out the inspections for CMS.
What did the latest inspection of Medilodge of Grand Rapids find?
The most recent standard health inspection of Medilodge of Grand Rapids on Care Compare is dated June 23, 2026 and is part of a rating cycle with 28 health deficiencies, 3 of them from complaint investigations.
Deficiencies cited on that inspection date (scope/severity codes run A, least serious, to L, most serious):
| Inspection | Tag | What was cited | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G |
| June 23, 2026 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G |
| June 23, 2026 | F0711 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. | G |
| June 23, 2026 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | G |
| June 23, 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F |
| June 23, 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F |
| June 23, 2026 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F |
| June 23, 2026 | F0838 | 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. | F |
| June 23, 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | F |
| June 23, 2026 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F |
CMS also lists 3 fines totaling $67,985 in the last three years.
How is Medilodge of Grand Rapids staffed?
Medilodge of Grand Rapids reports 3.82 total nursing hours per resident per day, including 0.69 registered-nurse hours, against a Kent County median of 4.18 total hours across the 27 certified homes in the county.
Total nursing staff turnover is listed at 63.6%, and 1 administrator(s) left during the CMS measurement period.
Staffing hours are the single number families most often skip. Ask what weekend and overnight staffing look like, because the daily average can hide thin evening shifts.
Who owns and operates Medilodge of Grand Rapids?
CMS lists Medilodge of Grand Rapids's ownership type as for profit - corporation, operated by the legal entity Grand Rapids Opco Llc within the MEDILODGE chain.
It was first approved for Medicare and Medicaid on January 1, 1967.
How does Medilodge of Grand Rapids compare with other nursing homes in Kent County?
Among the 27 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Kent County, 20 carry a higher overall star rating than Medilodge of Grand Rapids, and the county average is 3.4 stars.
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center (Kalamazoo Ave SE) | Grand Rapids | ★★★★★ | 165 |
| Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center (Leffingwell Avenue NE) | Grand Rapids | ★★★★★ | 80 |
| St Ann's Home | Grand Rapids | ★★★★★ | 55 |
| The Oaks at Byron Center | Byron Center | ★★★★★ | 60 |
| Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation Center of Forest Hills | Grand Rapids | ★★★☆☆ | 58 |
What should families ask Medilodge of Grand Rapids?
Ask Medilodge of Grand Rapids about the specific items CMS recorded, then about bed availability and payment source.
- The last inspection cited “Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”. What was the plan of correction?
- What has changed since CMS flagged this home, and who is the current administrator?
- Is a bed available for long-term care under Medicaid, or only for Medicare short-term rehab?
- Who is the attending physician or nurse practitioner, and how often do they visit?
| It is | It isn't | |
|---|---|---|
| Certification | CMS 235038, 55 certified beds, Medicare and Medicaid | Not an AFC or Home for the Aged license |
| Care | 24-hour nursing; 3.82 nursing hours per resident-day | Not a residential setting with personal care only |
| Rating | 1 of 5 stars overall on Care Compare | Not a guarantee of current conditions; ratings lag change |
