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Medilodge of Alpena

301 Long Rapids Road, Alpena, MI 49707
Score: 91 / 100

Medilodge Of Alpena is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Alpena, Michigan, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 91/100, it ranks in the top 12% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing at Medilodge Of Alpena is near the national average, with 4.01 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Medilodge Of Alpena. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.01 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.83 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.57 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.61 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.27 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.49 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

21
Total Deficiencies
Jan 20, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 21 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jan 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity E
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity D
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 2.9% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 5.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 4.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 26.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 91 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
132
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6