nursing home in Grand Rapids, MI

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -

4118 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 · (616) 486-7002

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★4
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - at a glance

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - is a 165-bed non-profit nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan (Kent County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Michigan average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (September 10, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 41.1% per year (state average 44.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
165
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Corewell Health
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1967
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Kent County
CMS Certification Number
235035

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.9 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility5.15 hrsMichigan average3.99 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)5.15 hrs3.99 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.32 hrs0.78 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.74 hrs2.33 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.36 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)41.1%44.1%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)17.1%39.2%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility2Michigan average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)2109Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)133Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2089.480.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Michigan average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$29,376$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds165104107
Average residents per day1458686
Occupancy88.1%83.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.6%Michigan average3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.6%3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.2%5.1%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13.4%14.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.7%1.5%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.2%0.8%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)13%10.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)9.4%12%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.7%5.4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.3%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)23.3%19.4%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)22.4%20%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)87.9%95%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)79%95.3%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0.7%Michigan average1.1%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.7%1.1%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.6%79.5%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)93.3%83.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
September 10, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 21, 2025
September 10, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 21, 2025
September 10, 2025
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 November 21, 2025
September 10, 2025
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 21, 2025
September 10, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 21, 2025
September 10, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 10, 2025
September 10, 2025
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 10, 2025
April 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 May 30, 2025
April 29, 2025
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
Corrected May 30, 2025
March 12, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2025
December 5, 2024
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 January 3, 2025
December 5, 2024
Complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 3, 2025
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 19, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 19, 2024
August 15, 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 September 19, 2024
March 12, 2024
Complaint
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 2, 2024
November 7, 2023
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 November 30, 2023
July 12, 2023
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 August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
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 August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
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 August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023

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.

NameRoleShareSince
BOETTCHER, IRIS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
BOSS, MICHELLE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/19/2020
COREWELL HEALTH
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/1982
FREESE DECKER, CHRISTINA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/05/2025
MARLOW, TAMILA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2020
PAKKALA, KAREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2013
BEG, SIMIN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
BRAGG, TALAWNDA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
BUCKLEY, JOHN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
DOORNBOS, MARY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
FERRELL-ROBINSON, LYNNETTE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
HOFMAN, RONALD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
PINK, BILL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
PORT, CHRISTOPHER
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
TORRES, JOHANNIE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
WAALKES, ANNICA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
WATSON, SAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
WILSON, MARK
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE08/18/2020
COX, MATTHEW
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2022
FREESE DECKER, CHRISTINA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE08/21/2018
PAKKALA, KAREN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2013
BOETTCHER, IRIS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
BOSS, MICHELLE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/19/2020
COREWELL HEALTH
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/1982
MARLOW, TAMILA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2020

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Frequently asked questions

What is Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -'s rating?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - has 5 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -?

It is non profit - corporation and part of Corewell Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - and how do I contact it?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - is at 4118 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. Phone: (616) 486-7002.

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.