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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Whitehall

916 East Lewis Street · Whitehall, MI 49461 · 125 certified beds

2318944056

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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

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

44

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

44

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

44

Inspection history (82)

Records from February 2023 to March 2026.

  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0676

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 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 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0727

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0727 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · E

    Citation F0693

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · B

    Citation F0582

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 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 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · F

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • August 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-18 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-18.GOV
  • August 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0635

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-18 under CMS tag F0635 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-18.GOV
  • August 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-18 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 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-18.GOV
  • August 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-18 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-18.GOV
  • February 3, 2023 · D

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-02-03 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-03-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-02-03.GOV

Penalties (1)

Total fines on file: $0

  • March 5, 2026 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2026-04-04

    CMS 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)

  1. 2025Q43.48 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.48 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.23 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.23 hrs/resident/day
  5. 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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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. 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

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical MI range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · MI$11,254/mo
See full MI cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
Ownership type, Parent organization
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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