nursing home in Wakefield, MI
Gogebic Medical Care Facility
402 North Street, Wakefield, MI 49968 · (906) 224-9811
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gogebic Medical Care Facility at a glance
Gogebic Medical Care Facility is a 100-bed government nursing home in Wakefield, Michigan (Gogebic County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Michigan average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 2.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 6, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,153.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.4% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Gogebic County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235026
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.60 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.04 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.70 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.4% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.8% | 39.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 45.8 | 89.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,153 | $29,376 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.4% | 83.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.1% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.3% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.7% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.5% | 12% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 19.5% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.5% | 20% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 95.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 77.2% | 83.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| May 6, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| March 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,153 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 4, 2025 | Payment Denial | 1 days from April 1, 2025 |
| March 4, 2025 | Fine | $16,153 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOLEY, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2021 |
| COUNTY OF GOGEBIC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| JURAKOVICH, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ROCCO, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| COUNTY OF GOGEBIC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| COOLEY, NATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2021 |
| COUNTY OF GOGEBIC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| JURAKOVICH, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ROCCO, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| JURAKOVICH, MELISSA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ROCCO, JAMES Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gogebic Medical Care Facility's rating?
Gogebic Medical Care Facility has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Michigan nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Gogebic Medical Care Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Gogebic Medical Care Facility accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Gogebic Medical Care Facility?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gogebic Medical Care Facility and how do I contact it?
Gogebic Medical Care Facility is at 402 North Street, Wakefield, MI 49968. Phone: (906) 224-9811.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.