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Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
419 S Coral St, Kalkaska, MI 49646
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Kalkaska Memorial Health Center Description
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 21.5 miles outside the town of Traverse City, Michigan. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Many reviews highlight positive experiences with quick, professional, and compassionate care, particularly in emergency situations and for various procedures. Staff members, including doctors, nurses, and technicians, are frequently praised for their kindness, thoroughness, and ability to provide comfort and reassurance. Specific instances of exceptional care include prompt attention to severe stomach pains, friendly and informative ER staff, and efficient treatment for an arm injury.
However, some reviews express dissatisfaction with aspects of the care received. Complaints include perceived rudeness and unprofessionalism from certain staff members, issues with cleanliness and sanitation, and concerns about the accuracy and communication of medical information. There are also reports of negative interactions with specific personnel and frustrations with administrative processes, such as prescription refills and scheduling.
Overall, while many patients report positive experiences and commend the staff for their dedication and professionalism, there are also areas identified for improvement, particularly in patient communication and administrative efficiency.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 4
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: June 29, 1980
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 104
Total current residents: 75
Facility is located in a hospital: Yes
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Both
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 12
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 1
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $33655
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-10 | 2022-09-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2022-08-10 | 2022-09-12 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2022-08-10 | 2022-09-12 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-10 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-10 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-10 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-10 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that anesthesia apparatus are tested after any adjustment, modification or repair. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-08-06 | 2019-09-17 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-06-05 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2023-04-28 | 2023-04-28 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-08-16 | 2022-09-12 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. |
| 2021-12-15 | 2022-01-14 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-07-09 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-07-09 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-05-11 | 2021-06-16 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-05 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2019-08-08 | 2019-09-17 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-02-06 | $10,000 |
| 2021-05-11 | $20,000 |
| 2021-06-21 | $655 |
| 2021-06-21 | $650 |
| 2022-08-16 | $13,000 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2021-05-11 | 19 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Traverse City which is 21.5 miles away and has a population of 15,218 (small town).
- The average income is $48,568, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 71
- Low Temperature: 22
- Average Temperature: 46.6
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 135 days of rain, 89 days of snow and 140 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year
- The crime rate is 7.21 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 2.69 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.69 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.9 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.74 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Family Fare
0.6 miles awayVillage Market
9.7 miles awayFife Lake Village Market
13.1 miles awayMeijer
14.6 miles awayTom's Food Markets
15.7 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Family Fare
20.5 miles awaySecretary of State/Post Office
20.7 miles awayKing's Court
20.7 miles awayGladewood Lane
20.7 miles awayGlenview Lane
20.7 miles awayBanks
Forest Area Federal Credit Union
0.6 miles awayHuntington Bank
0.9 miles awayAlden State Bank - Bellaire
16.7 miles awayFifth Third Bank
16.9 miles awayChemical Bank
20.1 miles awayNone Found
Pharmacies
Rite Aid
1.0 miles awayWalgreens
17.0 miles awayKingsley Pharmacy
20.1 miles awayThompson Pharmacy
21.7 miles awayDentists
Tschudy DDS
16.1 miles awayStanley M. Smyka, DDS
20.2 miles awayParks
Senior Center Open Space
0.2 miles awayRailroad Square Park
0.2 miles awayCorner Park
0.3 miles awayChalker Park
0.5 miles awayChildrens Garden Park
0.5 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Cherryland Center
20.3 miles awayCulture
Old Town Playhouse
21.6 miles awayTraverse City Opera House
21.7 miles awayRestaurants
Big Boy
0.4 miles awayTrouttown Cafe
0.5 miles awayNico’s Pizza & Grinders
0.8 miles awayTwin Birch Golf Course
1.7 miles awayMustangs
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