Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Harbor Springs, Michigan
1 of 1 nursing homes in Harbor Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Michigan statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Harbor Springs, Michigan, is adequate, with one facility, Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility, receiving an A+ rating and 5★. Families should be aware that this facility is the only option available, but it has good scores and no fines, ensuring a reliable choice.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility (95) — Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a stellar 5★ CMS rating. As a non-profit county facility, it emphasizes community-focused care and boasts an A+ grade with no fines, making it an excellent choice for compassionate and reliable nursing services.
Recommended
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a stellar 5★ CMS rating. As a non-profit county facility, it emphasizes community-focused care and boasts an A+ grade with no fines, making it an excellent choice for compassionate and reliable nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Harbor Springs Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Harbor Springs Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Harbor Springs's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Harbor Springs facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Harbor Springs avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Harbor Springs facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Harbor Springs, MI are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Harbor Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Harbor Springs "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Harbor Springs?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.