Bay County Medical Care Facility faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 40/100. The facility ranks in the 26th percentile among Michigan nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Bay County Medical Care Facility provides above-average staffing with 6.26 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 31 deficiencies at Bay County Medical Care Facility, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 6.26 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.32 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.34 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.61 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 5.34 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.82 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Jan 26, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Dec 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity GProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Apr 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Apr 16, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Apr 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 4.8% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 14.8% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.4% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.2% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $165,536
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 40 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: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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