Belle Fountain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 28th percentile among Michigan nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Belle Fountain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides above-average staffing with 4.23 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at Belle Fountain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.23 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.49 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.66 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.08 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.63 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.21 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Aug 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Aug 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0803 Severity FEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the neeMar 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Mar 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0655 Severity DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedMar 11, 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 | 22.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.8% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 15.6% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 4.3% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 0.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 18.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $4,194
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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