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Cass County Medical Care Facility is a government - county facility in Cassopolis, MI with 80 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 22 deficiency records on file. Total penalties: $16K.

23770 Hospital St, Cassopolis, MI 49031

Phone: 2692284000

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
235352
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
80
Residents
71
In Hospital
No
County
Cass
Last Inspection
Mar 25, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.68 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.56
CNA Hours
3.58
Total Nursing Hours
4.81 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.00
Nursing Turnover
33.3%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Cass County Medical Care Facility

Cass County Medical Care Facility operates 80 certified beds in Cassopolis, MI with approximately 71 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 22 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 4 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 2 penalties totaling $16K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 4.81 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.68 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Government - County" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Cass County Medical Care Facility falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 33.3%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (22 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 21, 2025 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 17, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 21, 2025 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 17, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 25, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 25, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Mar 25, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 25, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 25, 2025 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 25, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0679

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0561

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2024 Tag: 0557

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 31, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 20, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 13, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 20, 2024 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 13, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0699

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0557

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 22, 2023 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 1, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 17.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 8.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 3.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 98.1% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 23.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 7.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 96.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 6.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 28.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 2.4% Yes

Penalty History 2 penalties totaling $16K

Date Type Amount
Mar 20, 2024 Fine $8K
Mar 20, 2024 Fine $8K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Cass County Medical Care Facility?
Cass County Medical Care Facility has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at Cass County Medical Care Facility?
Cass County Medical Care Facility reports 4.81 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.68 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 33.3%.
How many beds does Cass County Medical Care Facility have?
Cass County Medical Care Facility has 80 certified beds with approximately 71 residents. The facility is located at 23770 Hospital St, Cassopolis, MI 49031.
Does Cass County Medical Care Facility have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Cass County Medical Care Facility has 22 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 4 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Cass County Medical Care Facility received any fines or penalties?
Yes, Cass County Medical Care Facility has received 2 penalties totaling $16K.
Who owns Cass County Medical Care Facility?
Cass County Medical Care Facility is classified as "Government - County" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Cass County Medical Care Facility last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Cass County Medical Care Facility was on Mar 25, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Cass County Medical Care Facility?
Cass County Medical Care Facility is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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