nursing home in Traverse City, MI
Medilodge of Traverse City
2585 South Lafranier Road, Traverse City, MI 49686 · (231) 947-9511
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Medilodge of Traverse City at a glance
Medilodge of Traverse City is a 84-bed for-profit nursing home in Traverse City, Michigan (Grand Traverse 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 2, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.1% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 84
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Medilodge
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Grand Traverse County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235336
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) | 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.18 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.08 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.98 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.1% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| 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) | 7 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 55 | 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 | 84 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 73 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87% | 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) | 4.9% | 3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.1% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.2% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.6% | 12% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.9% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 28.6% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.2% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 98.8% | 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) | 1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.1% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.3% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 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 June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 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 June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 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 June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| May 2, 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 June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| October 15, 2024 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 November 5, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 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 June 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2023 |
| March 20, 2024 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 April 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 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 April 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 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 April 18, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2024 |
| December 1, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0680 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 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 April 27, 2023 |
| April 3, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVEREST OPCO GROUP LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/01/2018 |
| B&Y HEALTHCARE S CORP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/01/2018 |
| B&Y TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/01/2018 |
| CODY HEALTHCARE S CORP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/01/2018 |
| CRAIG FLASHNER 2007 TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/01/2018 |
| NORCROSS, ROBERT Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| ROGERS, STACEY Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| FLASHNER, CRAIG Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| PERLSTEIN, YITZCHOK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| BLOSSOM HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| FLASHNER, CRAIG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| PERLSTEIN, YITZCHOK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| PRESTIGE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| KIRK, KRISTINE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Medilodge of Traverse City's rating?
Medilodge of Traverse City 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 Medilodge of Traverse City receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Medilodge of Traverse City 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 Medilodge of Traverse City?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Medilodge. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Medilodge of Traverse City and how do I contact it?
Medilodge of Traverse City is at 2585 South Lafranier Road, Traverse City, MI 49686. Phone: (231) 947-9511.
About this data
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