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Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel is a for profit - partnership facility in Saginaw, MI with 39 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 15 deficiency records on file.

5939 Shattuck Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

Phone: 9895838110

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

N/A

Facility Information

Provider Number
235585
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
39
Residents
35
In Hospital
No
County
Saginaw
Last Inspection
Feb 14, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
1.07 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.55
CNA Hours
2.22
Total Nursing Hours
4.84 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.16
Nursing Turnover
44.1%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel

Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel operates 39 certified beds in Saginaw, MI with approximately 35 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 15 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.84 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 1.07 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Partnership" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel 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 44.1%, 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 (15 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 3, 2025 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: Apr 26, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 14, 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 18, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2025 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 26, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2025 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: Mar 26, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2025 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 26, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 17, 2024 Tag: 0686

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 15, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Feb 22, 2024 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 20, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Feb 22, 2024 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: Mar 20, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 22, 2024 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 20, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 22, 2024 Tag: 0578

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 20, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 8, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2023 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: Mar 8, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2023 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 8, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 14, 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: Mar 8, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 14, 2023 Tag: 0678

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 8, 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 N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 94.3% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 95.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay N/A Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel 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 Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel reports 4.84 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.07 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 44.1%.
How many beds does Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel have?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has 39 certified beds with approximately 35 residents. The facility is located at 5939 Shattuck Road, Saginaw, MI 48603.
Does Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has 15 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel received any fines or penalties?
No, Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel is classified as "For profit - Partnership" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel was on Feb 14, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel 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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