Iron County Medical Care Facility
Iron County Medical Care Facility is a Nursing Home in Michigan
Iron County Medical Care… is a Nursing Home in Michigan
Iron County Medical Care Facility
Iron County Medical Care Facility is a Nursing Home in Michigan
Iron County Medical Care… is a Nursing Home in Michigan
Overview of Iron County Medical Care Facility
Tucked away in the tranquil area of Crystal Falls, Michigan, Iron County Medical Care Facility is a trusted senior care provider that offers skilled-care, rehabilitation therapy, and assisted living services. This 200-bed community is committed to providing residents with quality long-term care provided by a dedicated team that works with seniors, their families and physicians, in creating functional care plans. Residents who present with various impairments are given a well-supported healing journey with access to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech/language therapy.
Residents who choose to live alone with varied levels of assistance are given a welcoming environment where they can thrive with the support of a competent, caring team. Assistance with daily tasks and personal care are provided to help residents live independently for as long as they could. Residents feel safe and secure with 24 hour security and emergency call systems. Weekly light housekeeping, on-site management, internet access, scheduled social and recreational activities, and scheduled transportation, make residents’ lives more convenient and enjoyable.
Home Information
Iron County Medical Care Facility
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.
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Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
OccupancyBeds
200
Occupancy
57.6%
Total Bed Days Available
73000
Avg. Length of Stay
259 days
Avg. Residents per Day
111
FinanceHome Revenue
$16,943,949.00
Payroll Costs
$10,056,714.00
Profit
$3,674,146.00
Total Home Costs
$20,606,536.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
59.4%
House Specifics:CCN
235257
Owner Name
COUNTY OF IRON
Rural vs. Urban
Rural
County
Iron
Type of Control
Governmental — Federal
OperationsTotal Admissions
162
Total Discharges
160
% Medicaid Admissions
28%
% Medicare Admissions
27%
% Private Pay Admissions
44%
% Medicaid Discharges
56%
% Medicare Discharges
7%
% Private Pay Discharges
38%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
4 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.93 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
27020
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
1086
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
13358
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 11 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
235257
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Iron County Medical Care Facility
Nursing Home
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2 miles from city center
1523 US-2, Crystal Falls, MI 49920
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
158
Total Staff
132
Employees
26
Contractors
50,207
Total Hours (Quarter)
69
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 10.7 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 9.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 7.9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
120 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
8 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
17 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
9 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.7%
of total hours from contractors
7,383 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 9
Registered Nurse: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 10
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 9 | 72 | 25,505 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 10 | 19 | 5,946 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 3,998 | 91 | 100% | 10.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 3,106 | 67 | 74% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 12 | 0 | 12 | 2,922 | 89 | 98% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,920 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,031 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 907 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 63 | 69% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 449 | 61 | 67% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 435 | 58 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 395 | 61 | 67% | 5.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 25 | 27% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 42 | 21 | 23% | 2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 17 | 19% | 2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1% | 2.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Mar 2023 – Apr 2025)
4
Inspections
17
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
4.25
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Pharmacy Services
5
29% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
4
24% of total
Infection Control
2
12% of total
Quality of Life & Care
2
12% of total
Administration
2
12% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
15
Complaint Investigations
3
State Comparison (MI)
Avg Citations (State)
33.5
This Facility: 17
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Apr 17, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0602 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | C | Administration | F0851 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | F | Administration | F0868 | Corrected |
| Apr 24, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Apr 20, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Apr 20, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0800 | Corrected |
| Apr 20, 2023 | D | Nutrition | F0810 | Corrected |
| Apr 20, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Mar 08, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Mar 08, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: County Government
Resident Census by Payment Source
107
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(2.8%)
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Medicaid
80
(74.8%)
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Private Pay/Other
24
(22.4%)
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Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
12.5
Score
49% worse than avg
State avg: 8.4
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
22.5
Score
38% worse than avg
State avg: 16.3
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
22.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
2.9%
Depressive Symptoms
7.3%
Falls with Major Injury
6.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
20.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
19.8%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
8.3%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
25.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.9%
20% better than avg
State: 82.5%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
State: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
95.7%
20% better than avg
State: 79.5%
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Michigan Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
MI Choice Waiver
Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- MI Specifics: Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), adult day care ($65/day).
Home Help Program
Michigan Home Help
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- MI Specifics: Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.
- Services: Personal care (up to 60 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Michigan PACE
- General: Age 55+, Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- MI Specifics: 16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Michigan Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MI Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Michigan NFCSP Respite Care
- General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
- MI Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Michigan SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MI Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MI Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Michigan Seniors
Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver
MI Choice Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- MI Specifics:Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), adult day care ($65/day).
Michigan Home Help
Home Help Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- MI Specifics:Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 60 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Michigan PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- MI Specifics:16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.
Michigan Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MI Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Michigan NFCSP Respite Care
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025):Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; need-based.
- MI Specifics:16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.
Michigan SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MI Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MI Specifics:High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs
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