Aria Nursing and Rehabilitation
707 Armstrong · Lansing, MI · 48911 · 5179270005
110 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.88 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.43 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $75,834 |
Inspection citations (68 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
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.
Corrected August 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G July 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G April 10, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G April 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2024
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2024 | Fine | $55,085 |
| April 10, 2024 | Payment Denial | 6 days |
| February 2, 2024 | Fine | $20,749 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235561 · certified since July 11, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.