Medilodge of Capital Area
2100 E Provincial House Drive · Lansing, MI · 48910 · 5172724029
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
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.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.84 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.98 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $22,710 |
Inspection citations (51 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 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 February 9, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
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.
Corrected August 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 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 August 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 30, 2024 | Fine | $22,710 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235653 · certified since March 14, 2011. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.