Total health inspections
12
Michigan average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Medilodge of Ludington
Nursing Home
Medilodge of Ludington
Nursing Home
Overview of Medilodge of Ludington
Set in the idyllic neighborhood of East Tinkham Avenue, Ludington, MI, is the distinguished senior living community of Medilodge of Ludington that focuses on long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services. With its comprehensive care services, the community ensures seniors can easily find the care and assistance they need and prefer without hassles. Moreover, families keep their peace of mind knowing a kind and reliable team handles their daily living activities 24/7.
Aside from its specialized care programs, the community orchestrates a variety of enriching activities and engaging programs to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. Its campus is purposely designed to foster comfort and convenience, ensuring residents adapt to their environment and mingle with various people.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
71.1%
Residents per day (avg)
85
Occupancy rate
71.1%
Residents per day (avg)
85
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
21% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
29 days
Medicaid
19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.4M
Profit
$887.6K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12,364,231.00
Profit
$887,555.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.5M
33 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Dan McKinnon, Co-Owner
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 93 Residents
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Medilodge of Ludington
Nursing Home
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
Medilodge of Ludington
+88%
-12%
-6%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Ludington
93
No
A+
33
71.1%
$11,845,754.00
$4,017,995.00
33.9%
85.40
3.7831
37
4
+88%-12%-6%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Medilodge of Ludington
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Ludington
Bed Count:
93
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
235358
Occupancy:
71.1%
Home Revenue:
$11,845,754.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,017,995.00
Payroll %:
33.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
85.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7831
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
37
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
+88%
+88%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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1.7 miles from city center
1000 E Tinkham Ave, Ludington, MI 49431
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
127
Total Staff
110
Employees
17
Contractors
35,287
Total Hours (Quarter)
51
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 8.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 7.9 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
88 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
11 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
17 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.5%
of total hours from contractors
2,994 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 0 | 51 | 17,154 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,305 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,350 | 69 | 76% | 6.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,454 | 80 | 88% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,122 | 90 | 99% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,074 | 83 | 91% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 959 | 68 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 656 | 68 | 75% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 475 | 78 | 86% | 6.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 61 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 457 | 59 | 65% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 57 | 63% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 378 | 50 | 55% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 350 | 46 | 51% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 348 | 68 | 75% | 5.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 240 | 30 | 33% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 63 | 14 | 15% | 3.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 28 | 31% | 1.1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
37
Citations per inspection
3.08
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 37 citations resulted from standard inspections; 26 of 37 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 37 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
4
4
111% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.9
0 critical citations
4 serious citations
33 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation
Aug 29, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 09, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Medilodge Group
Resident Census by Payment Source
82
Total Residents
Medicare
19
(23.2%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
56
(68.3%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
7
(8.5%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
37% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 8.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.0
47% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 16.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.3%
15% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 12.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.2%
71% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.6%
50% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 21.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
5% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
6% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.8%
124% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.4%
49% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.5%
69% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.2%
5% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
6% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 94.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
74.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
74.0%
22% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 95.0%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.61
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.61
50% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.74
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.98
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.98
94% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.54
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.0%
12% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
123% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
68.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
68.2%
14% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 79.5%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
34.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
34.1%
41% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 24.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
14.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
14.8%
29% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 11.5%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.0%
27% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
55.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
55.4%
In line with Michigan averageMichigan average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.3%
19% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Medilodge of Ludington based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
71.1%
↓ 5.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$887,555
↑ ~$1.8M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,609,761
↑ ~$61K vs 2022
Profit Margin
7.5%
↑ 15.8pp vs 2022
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