Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Whitehall
916 East Lewis Street · Whitehall, MI 49461 · 125 certified beds
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About Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Whitehall
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Whitehall is a nursing home in Whitehall, Michigan, in Muskegon County. Public records list 125 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Optalis Health & Rehabilitation. We hold 82 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 5 March 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial action against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.23 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
44
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
44
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
44
Inspection history (82)
Records from February 2023 to March 2026.
March 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · E
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · G
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · G
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · F
Citation F0727Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0727 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · E
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · F
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · F
Citation F0895Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0895 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a Compliance and Ethics Program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · G
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0605Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVMarch 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOVDecember 26, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-26 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-26.GOVSeptember 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-10 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-10.GOVSeptember 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-10 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-10.GOVSeptember 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-10 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-10.GOVAugust 19, 2025 · E
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-19 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-19.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $0
March 5, 2026 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2026-04-04CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2026-04-04, lasting 63 days (triggered by inspection on 2026-03-05). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-05.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.48 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.48 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.23 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.23 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.23 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.25 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Optalis Health & Rehabilitation
Chain ID 601 · 36 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.4
- Chain average health inspection rating: 1.9
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.4
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.3
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
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- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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