Medilodge of Munising
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (21 vs median 8.0)
- High staff turnover (54%)
- High RN turnover (53%)
Bottom 25% in MI · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in MEDILODGE chain · $84,659 in fines
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and active community engagement, making it a strong choice for many families. However, you should be aware of reports regarding facility odors and occasional staffing challenges; we recommend scheduling a tour during a weekend or evening to observe staffing levels and cleanliness firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
40 reviews analyzed“Medilodge of Munising receives high praise for its compassionate and friendly nursing staff, with many families expressing relief and gratitude for the care their loved ones receive. However, some reviewers have raised serious concerns regarding facility maintenance, occasional unprofessional behavior from specific staff members, and reports of understaffing that impact resident dignity.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and friendly nursing staff
- Strong focus on resident comfort and emotional support
- Active community involvement and activities
- Helpful administrative and office personnel
Concerns
- Understaffing and lack of responsiveness (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Facility cleanliness and unpleasant odors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Unprofessional or hostile staff interactions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Distribution
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed the administration is very active in responding to feedback online; how does the leadership team use resident and family input to make improvements around the facility?
- 2What specific steps are being taken to ensure the facility stays fresh, clean, and well-maintained for the residents?
- 3How does the nursing team manage care during busy shifts to ensure every resident gets the responsiveness and attention they need?
- 4Could you tell us about the types of social activities or community events planned to keep residents engaged and connected?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for notifying the family and providing immediate care?
- 6How do you foster a warm and professional environment among all staff members to ensure every interaction is positive for the residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The care the residents get by the staff is above and beyond. As long as my dad is getting the care he needs, which he totally is, thats all I care about.”
“Medilodge is a super professional place for recovery and extended stay. I have an elder there and have watch him recover over many months from a drastic initial state after being released from hospital care.”
“All of the staff took such good care of My Aunt… they are all very invested in caring for your loved one. Everyone was so supportive, kind and really cared about making her comfortable while she was there and were very loving and respectful in her last hours”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents who lost too much weight
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Medilodge of Munising has a concerning pattern of recurring deficiencies, with 34 violations triggered by family complaints. The most persistent problems involve nursing staffing shortages, wound care, accident prevention, and medication management. Issues with nursing staffing levels and infection control have appeared repeatedly across multiple surveys, suggesting ongoing challenges in these critical care areas despite facility corrections.
Jan 7, 2026Routine18
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Dec 10, 2025Complaint4
Construction Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Jul 1, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Apr 9, 2025Complaint10
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
Jan 29, 2025Complaint4
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Dec 4, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Oct 1, 2024
$84,659
Payment Denial
Oct 1, 2024
20-day denial
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Medilodge of Munising
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Medilodge
50 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 47 of 50 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Everest Opco Group LLC
Owner · Organization
B&y Healthcare S CORP
Owner (parent company) · Organization
B&y Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Cody Healthcare S CORP
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Craig Flashner 2007 Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Key personnel
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