Iron River Care Center
330 Lincoln Avenue · Iron River, MI · 49935 · 9062655168
69 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.93 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.93 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.47 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $42,575 |
Inspection citations (43 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G February 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 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 November 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E December 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected January 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2025 | Payment Denial | 32 days |
| August 24, 2023 | Fine | $42,575 |
| August 24, 2023 | Payment Denial | 20 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235601 · certified since May 10, 2001. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.