nursing home in Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Mymichigan Medical Center Sault
500 Osborn Boulevard, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 · (906) 635-4460
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mymichigan Medical Center Sault at a glance
Mymichigan Medical Center Sault is a 51-bed non-profit nursing home in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan (Chippewa County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Michigan average of 3.1.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 14, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 51
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Chippewa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235381
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 74 | 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 | 51 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 66.5% | 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) | 3.9% | 3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.6% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.7% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 9.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 19.2% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 23.1% | 12% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.4% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.7% | 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) | 18.5% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.5% | 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) | 96.9% | 95.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 19, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| March 13, 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 April 4, 2025 |
| February 19, 2025 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 March 13, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 February 25, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Complaint | 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 February 25, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 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 January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | 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 January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| October 20, 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 December 20, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| October 20, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2024 | Payment Denial | 32 days from March 3, 2025 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARLINGHOUSE, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2025 |
| LABELL, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2025 |
| MYMICHIGAN HEALTH Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| ANDERSON, MAXINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| COATES, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| GORDE, TRICIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
| PALMER, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| SAVOIE, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| KALCHIK, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2010 |
| GARLINGHOUSE, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| GORDE, TRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
| HUNTER, SAMANTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2025 |
| KALCHIK, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2010 |
| LABELL, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2024 |
| MYMICHIGAN HEALTH Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mymichigan Medical Center Sault's rating?
Mymichigan Medical Center Sault has 1 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 Mymichigan Medical Center Sault receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mymichigan Medical Center Sault 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 Mymichigan Medical Center Sault?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mymichigan Medical Center Sault and how do I contact it?
Mymichigan Medical Center Sault is at 500 Osborn Boulevard, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Phone: (906) 635-4460.
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.