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Medilodge of St. Clair

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Medilodge of St. Clair is a for profit - corporation facility in East China, MI with 158 certified beds and a 3-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 36 deficiency records on file.

4220 S. Hospital Drive, East China, MI 48054

Phone: 8103294736

Overall Rating

3/5

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
235370
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
158
Residents
114
In Hospital
No
County
St. Clair
Last Inspection
Dec 10, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.87 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.79
CNA Hours
2.45
Total Nursing Hours
4.11 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.05
Nursing Turnover
33.1%
RN Turnover
37.9%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Medilodge of St. Clair

Medilodge of St. Clair operates 158 certified beds in East China, MI with approximately 114 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 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 (2★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (3★). 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 36 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 4.11 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.87 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Medilodge of St. Clair 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 33.1%, 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 (36 most recent)

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 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: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0925

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0814

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0804

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 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: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0645

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 10, 2025 Tag: 0559

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2026

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 4, 2025 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 19, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 21, 2025 Tag: 0658

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

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 12, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0925

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 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: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 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: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0745

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0695

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 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: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 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: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0686

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 3, 2024 Tag: 0658

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

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 5, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Aug 9, 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: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0809

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.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 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: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0698

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0687

Provide appropriate foot care.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 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: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0804

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 9, 2023 Tag: 0584

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 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 7.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 8.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.3% 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 4.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 84.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 29.4% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 2.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 11.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 24.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 87.5% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 33.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 5.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 17.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 10.3% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Medilodge of St. Clair?
Medilodge of St. Clair has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (3★).
What are the staffing levels at Medilodge of St. Clair?
Medilodge of St. Clair reports 4.11 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.87 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 33.1%.
How many beds does Medilodge of St. Clair have?
Medilodge of St. Clair has 158 certified beds with approximately 114 residents. The facility is located at 4220 S. Hospital Drive, East China, MI 48054.
Does Medilodge of St. Clair have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Medilodge of St. Clair has 36 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Medilodge of St. Clair received any fines or penalties?
No, Medilodge of St. Clair has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Medilodge of St. Clair?
Medilodge of St. Clair is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Medilodge of St. Clair last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Medilodge of St. Clair was on Dec 10, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Medilodge of St. Clair?
Medilodge of St. Clair 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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