Medilodge of Howell

Howell, MI • CMS Certification: 235331

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 1333 W Grand River, Howell MI 48843
  • Phone: 5175481900

About Medilodge of Howell

Medilodge Of Howell, located in Howell, MI, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Medilodge of Howell

  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 3.92 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 3.92 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the MEDILODGE network. This chain operates 53 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.6
Staffing
3.8
Quality
4.3

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Mixed Staffing Levels

Medilodge of Howell provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.67 hrs/day
State: 0.76 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.62
Quality Adj: 0.73

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.53 hrs/day
State: 1.65 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.78
Quality Adj: 0.93

Certified Assistants

2.39 hrs/day
State: 2.33 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.13
Quality Adj: 2.60

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 5
Staffing 4

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 140 Dec 11, 2025
Weighted Average 174 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 29.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 6.7%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 1.1%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 2.1%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 4.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 2.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 0.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 0.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 4.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 93.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 74.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 0.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 27.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 97.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 72.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 12.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 6.4%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 19 complaints
  • 2024: 9 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 5 complaints
  • Total: 40 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Apr 13, 2026 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Apr 13, 2026 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Jan 06, 2026 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jan 06, 2026 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Jan 06, 2026 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Sep 19, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 19, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 19, 2025 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
May 19, 2025 Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
May 19, 2025 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
May 19, 2025 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Mar 06, 2025 Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Oct 15, 2024 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Oct 15, 2024 Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Oct 15, 2024 Provide appropriate foot care.
Oct 15, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Oct 15, 2024 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Oct 15, 2024 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jul 31, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 09, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
May 09, 2024 Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Sep 25, 2023 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Sep 25, 2023 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Sep 25, 2023 Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Sep 25, 2023 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Sep 25, 2023 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Sep 25, 2023 Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Sep 25, 2023 Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Sep 25, 2023 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.
Sep 25, 2023 Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Sep 25, 2023 Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Sep 25, 2023 Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Sep 25, 2023 Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Sep 25, 2023 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Sep 25, 2023 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Sep 25, 2023 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Sep 25, 2023 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.
Sep 25, 2023 Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Jun 12, 2023 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Jun 12, 2023 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

MEDILODGE OF HOWELL, INC.

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

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Nursing Hours Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Medilodge of Howell has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.92 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Medilodge of Howell is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 206 certified beds.

Medilodge of Howell accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Medilodge of Howell directly at 5175481900. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Medilodge of Howell, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

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