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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Burcham Hills seamlessly weaves together independent living, assisted living levels of care, memory care options, and nursing home care services. This remarkable community is designed to cater to a diverse range of needs, offering not only a nurturing environment but also health support, including long-term care and outpatient therapy. Situated amidst the vibrant heart of East Lansing, Michigan, Burcham Hills stands as a testament to the art of compassionate living.
The facility houses a team of dedicated professionals, skilled in providing the highest quality of care. Beyond the expert assistance, residents are invited to immerse themselves in an array of enriching experiences. Stroll along peaceful walking paths, practice your swing on the putting green, or embrace the camaraderie during special outings. With wellness being a priority, residents have access to a wellness gym and inviting outdoor patios, encouraging an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 28th out of 133 homes in Michigan. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 7m per day |
Lower than the Michigan average: 75.8%Burcham Hills is legally operated by Burcham Hills Retirement Center II.
In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 5 | This facility has 40% more total inspections than a typical Michigan nursing home (7 vs. MI avg 5).↑ 40% worse |
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsMichigan average 6.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Michigan average 33.5
Michigan average 5.18
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
22 of 49 citations resulted from standard inspections; 15 of 49 resulted from complaint investigations; and 12 of 49 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.3
216% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.9
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
57% better than Michigan average
8% better than Michigan average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
14,203 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 82 | 154 | 23,334 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 41 | 65 | 12,312 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 0 | 15 | 4,837 | 92 | 100% | 11 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 3,560 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,654 | 82 | 89% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,296 | 90 | 98% | 6.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,235 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 993 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 921 | 74 | 80% | 7.8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 899 | 63 | 68% | 6.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 729 | 69 | 75% | 6.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 676 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 518 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 480 | 82 | 89% | 5.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 63% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 415 | 53 | 58% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 4 | 4% | 8.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 27 | 29% | 0.6 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
26% lower than Michigan averageMichigan average: $76K
In line with Michigan averageMichigan average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
19% more payment denials than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.8
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 8, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
May 24, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.8
17% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 8.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.9
In line with Michigan averageMichigan average: 16.3
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.2%
6% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 12.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.5%
19% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.0%
19% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.1%
65% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
13.6%
137% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.9%
11% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.7%
53% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.2%
68% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.4%
9% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 15.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
In line with Michigan averageMichigan average: 94.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.7%
10% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 95.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.1%
10% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
52% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.6%
6% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 79.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
107Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Burcham Hills based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #7 / 134Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 134 homes in Michigan. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Michigan average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
6.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from East Lansing's city center to Burcham Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.97 miles to nearest hospital (MSU Health Care Medicine Specialty Center | Internal Medicine)
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Burcham Hills is located in East Lansing, Michigan.
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Burcham Hills is in the Burcham Drive neighborhood of East Lansing.
The legal owner and operator of Burcham Hills is Burcham Hills Retirement Center II.
Burcham Hills has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to MI state health department records, Burcham Hills's license number is AH330236746.
According to MI state health department records, Burcham Hills's license expires on July 31, 2026.
Burcham Hills's occupancy is 52%.
Burcham Hills has 266 beds.
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