nursing home in Sandusky, MI
Sanilac Medical Care Facility
137 North Elk Street, Sandusky, MI 48471 · (810) 648-3017
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sanilac Medical Care Facility at a glance
Sanilac Medical Care Facility is a 104-bed government nursing home in Sandusky, Michigan (Sanilac 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 5.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.6% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 104
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 15, 1968
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sanilac County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235157
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 5.32 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.62 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.6% | 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) | 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) | 9 | 10 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 73 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 104 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 76 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73% | 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) | 2.1% | 3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.3% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.6% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.9% | 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) | 0% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.7% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 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 | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| July 1, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 13, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 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 July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 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 July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 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 July 30, 2024 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 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 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 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 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 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 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| June 28, 2023 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 August 18, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2024 | Payment Denial | 13 days from July 31, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANILAC COUNTY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/01/1968 |
| BUTTAR, NICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2024 |
| CARINGI, HEATHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2022 |
| DUNSMORE-GANLEY, RACHEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2024 |
| JOHNSON, TAMMI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| LABA, TERI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/1998 |
| MILLER, LINDSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2022 |
| MILLER, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2024 |
| SANILAC COUNTY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/1968 |
| SHERMAN, CARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2025 |
| BUTTAR, NICK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| CARINGI, HEATHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2022 |
| DUNSMORE-GANLEY, RACHEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2024 |
| JOHNSON, TAMMI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| LABA, TERI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/1998 |
| MILLER, LINDSEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2022 |
| MILLER, NICOLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2024 |
| POWELL, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | NO DATE PROVIDED |
| SHERMAN, CARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sanilac Medical Care Facility's rating?
Sanilac 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 Sanilac Medical Care Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sanilac 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 Sanilac Medical Care Facility?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sanilac Medical Care Facility and how do I contact it?
Sanilac Medical Care Facility is at 137 North Elk Street, Sandusky, MI 48471. Phone: (810) 648-3017.
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.