About North Woods Nursing Center
North Woods Nursing Center, located in Farwell, MI, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose North Woods Nursing Center
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #2 out of 8 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 3.93 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.93 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the THE PEPLINSKI GROUP network. This chain operates 10 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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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
North Woods Nursing Center provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 5 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 12 | Mar 06, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 18 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 15.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 12.9% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.9% |
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) | 9.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 13.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 3.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.0% |
| 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) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 97.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 94.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 24.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 96.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 21.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 10.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 3 complaints
- Total: 3 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov 04, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. |
| Nov 04, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Nov 04, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
Nearby Hospitals
COVENANT MEDICAL CENTER
SAGINAW, MI
MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER CLARE
CLARE, MI
MCLAREN CENTRAL MICHIGAN
MOUNT PLEASANT, MI
MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER GLADWIN
GLADWIN, MI
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
J & A HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS, INC.
Ownership Structure
- AMY ACKERMAN Indirect
- RICKY ACKERMAN Indirect
- MICHAEL BAUMGARTEN Indirect
- THERESE BAUMGARTEN Indirect
- SHELI PEPLINSKI Indirect
- TODD PEPLINSKI Indirect
- JEFFERY SCHADE Indirect
- TAMARA SCHADE Indirect
- BRIAN THOMPSON Indirect
- SHELLY THOMPSON Indirect
Management & Direction
- AMY ACKERMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- RICKY ACKERMAN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- RICKY ACKERMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- RICKY ACKERMAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- MICHAEL BAUMGARTEN ADP OF THE SNF
- THERESE BAUMGARTEN ADP OF THE SNF
- NWNC ESTATES LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- DAWN PAINTER ADP OF THE SNF
- DAWN PAINTER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHELI PEPLINSKI ADP OF THE SNF
- TODD PEPLINSKI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TODD PEPLINSKI ADP OF THE SNF
- TODD PEPLINSKI CORPORATE OFFICER
- PLANTE & MORAN PLLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- PLANTE & MORAN PLLC ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFERY SCHADE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JEFFERY SCHADE ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFERY SCHADE CORPORATE OFFICER
- JEFFERY SCHADE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TAMARA SCHADE ADP OF THE SNF
- MACIEJ SOLAREWICZ OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MACIEJ SOLAREWICZ ADP OF THE SNF
- THE PEPLINSKI GROUP INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BRIAN THOMPSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- BRIAN THOMPSON CORPORATE OFFICER
- BRIAN THOMPSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BRIAN THOMPSON ADP OF THE SNF
- SHELLY THOMPSON ADP OF THE SNF
- KATHY WINKELS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- KATHY WINKELS ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Isabella County Medical Care Facility | N/A | 5 |
| North Woods Nursing Center | N/A | 5 |
| The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant | N/A | 5 |
| Medilodge of Clare | N/A | 5 |
| Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Community | N/A | 5 |
| Medilodge of Mt. Pleasant | N/A | 3 |
| Gladwin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 1 |
| Autumnwood of Mcbain | N/A | 1 |
Related Analysis
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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
- 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 North Woods Nursing Center directly at 9895889928. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
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
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.