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Medilodge of Alpena

301 Long Rapids Road · Alpena, MI 49707 · 132 certified beds

(989) 356-2194

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About Medilodge of Alpena

Medilodge of Alpena is a nursing home in Alpena, Michigan. Its capacity is 132 beds, above the Michigan median of 100 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Medilodge. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 21 citations, the most recent on January 21, 2026. Enforcement records show no fine or payment denial against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.88 hours per resident per day. It is one of 2 nursing homes listed in Alpena. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026

Certification

Medicare-certified.

Ratings

Overall

4.0

Staffing

4.0

Quality measures

4.0

CMS Care Compare, October 2026.

Inspection history (21)

Records from August 2023 to January 2026.

  • January 21, 2026

    Tag F0689

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 13, 2026.

  • August 21, 2025

    Tag F0761

    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.

    Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 12, 2025.

  • August 21, 2025

    Tag F0759

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 12, 2025.

  • August 21, 2025

    Tag F0628

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 12, 2025.

  • August 21, 2025

    Tag F0689

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 12, 2025.

  • August 21, 2025

    Tag F0880

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 12, 2025.

  • February 6, 2025

    Tag F0755

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 7, 2025.

  • February 6, 2025

    Tag F0684

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 7, 2025.

  • February 6, 2025

    Tag F0776

    Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 7, 2025.

  • August 1, 2024

    Tag F0804

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 27, 2024.

  • August 1, 2024

    Tag F0684

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected August 27, 2024.

  • August 1, 2024

    Tag F0759

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 27, 2024.

  • August 1, 2024

    Tag F0686

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected August 27, 2024.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0812

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0695

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0803

    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0810

    Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0684

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0806

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

  • August 10, 2023

    Tag F0658

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 22, 2023.

See the source data on data.cms.gov (opens in a new tab)

Penalties

CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this nursing home in the last three years.

Staffing

3.88 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, about the same as in Q4 2025.

From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.

Ownership

For profit

Part of Medilodge, a chain of 53 nursing homes.

Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 3.2 overall, 2.8 for health inspections, 3.8 for staffing, 4.1 for quality measures.

Typical cost

CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025

This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in Michigan.

Nursing Homes

Michigan median$11,254/mo

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Alpena.

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