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Medilodge of Sterling

500 School Road, Sterling, MI 48659
Score: 95 / 100

Medilodge Of Sterling is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Sterling, Michigan, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 95/100, it ranks in the top 5% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Medilodge Of Sterling provides above-average staffing with 4.37 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Medilodge Of Sterling. 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 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.37 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.07 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.75 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.54 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.73 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.53 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Sep 4, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Sep 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Sep 4, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Sep 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Sep 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Sep 4, 2025 · Infection Control 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 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.4% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 1.4% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 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: 5★ → 20 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 - Corporation
Certified Beds
39
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6