Canal View - Houghton County faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 47/100. The facility ranks in the 36th percentile among Michigan nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Canal View - Houghton County provides above-average staffing with 4.79 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Canal View - Houghton County, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.79 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.13 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.48 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.17 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.30 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.76 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Sep 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0697 Severity DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Nov 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity DEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiNov 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 3.6% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.2% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 4.5% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 25.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $39,988
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 47 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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