nursing home in Battle Creek, MI
The Oaks at Battle Creek
706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017 · (269) 964-4655
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
The Oaks at Battle Creek at a glance
The Oaks at Battle Creek is a 77-bed for-profit nursing home in Battle Creek, Michigan (Calhoun 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 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 5, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.1% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 77
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Trilogy Health Services
- Medicare-certified since
- June 10, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Calhoun County
- CMS Certification Number
- 235451
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Michigan avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 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) | 4 / 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) | 4.17 hrs | 3.99 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.99 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.43 hrs | 2.33 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.93 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.1% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 7.7% | 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) | 3 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 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 | 77 | 104 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 69 | 86 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.5% | 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) | 0.5% | 3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.3% | 14.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| 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) | 7.9% | 10.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.1% | 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) | 2.3% | 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) | 27.9% | 19.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.8% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 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) | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 79.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90% | 83.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| June 5, 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 June 30, 2026 |
| June 5, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| June 5, 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 | Corrected July 8, 2026 |
| June 5, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 8, 2026 |
| June 5, 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 July 8, 2026 |
| March 12, 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 April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 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 April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 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 April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | 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 April 15, 2025 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| September 19, 2023 Complaint | Inform each resident of his or her visitation rights and ensure that all visitors enjoy equal visitation privileges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0564 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL MERGER SUB LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2021 |
| NORTHSTAR HEALTHCARE INCOME INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2021 |
| NORTHSTAR HEALTHCARE INCOME OPERATING PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2021 |
| TRILOGY HOLDINGS NT-HCI, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2021 |
| KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| WILLHITE, GABRIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2023 |
| BARNEY, LEIGH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| CONNER, GREGORY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2021 |
| DAVIS, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2017 |
| MEHAFFEY, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2022 |
| PIETROWSKI, CRISTINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2022 |
| PROSKY, DANNY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| SMITH, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| TRILOGY MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| CORBIN, KATHY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2011 |
| FIGHTMASTER, LISA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Oaks at Battle Creek's rating?
The Oaks at Battle Creek 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 The Oaks at Battle Creek receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Oaks at Battle Creek 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 The Oaks at Battle Creek?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Trilogy Health Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Oaks at Battle Creek and how do I contact it?
The Oaks at Battle Creek is at 706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017. Phone: (269) 964-4655.
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.