nursing home in Ionia, MI
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia
814 East Lincoln Avenue, Ionia, MI 48846 · (616) 527-0080
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia at a glance
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia is a 107-bed for-profit nursing home in Ionia, Michigan (Ionia County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Michigan average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 25, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.3% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 107
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Optalis Health & Rehabilitation
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ionia County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235032
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 3.27 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.45 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.95 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.3% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 39.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $29,376 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 107 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 77 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.1% | 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) | 3.5% | 3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.7% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.5% | 12% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.5% | 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) | 25% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.8% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.4% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 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) | 0.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 74.1% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 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 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0009 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 25, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| March 25, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| March 25, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| August 29, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 March 18, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| March 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 6, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| OM HOLDCO 7 LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2025 |
| 814 E LINCOLN AVE PROPCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| CONNER, MARIANNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| LALONDE, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2026 |
| OPTUM MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS. INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| SCHLAUPITZ MADHAVAN Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| SOLAREWICZ, MACIEJ Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2026 |
| PATEL, RAJAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| EVANS, KALEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| LALONDE, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| OPTUM MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS. INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| PATEL, RAJAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| SHARON, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| SOLAREWICZ, MACIEJ Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia's rating?
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia has 4 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 Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia 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 Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Optalis Health & Rehabilitation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia and how do I contact it?
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ionia is at 814 East Lincoln Avenue, Ionia, MI 48846. Phone: (616) 527-0080.
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.