Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs above average. With a state rank of #64 out of 422 in Michigan, they are in the top half of facilities, and they are the best option in Otsego County. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from five in 2024 to four in 2025, and it boasts strong staffing metrics with a 5/5 star rating and a 34% turnover rate, which is lower than the state average. Notably, they have no fines on record, indicating a good compliance history and more RN coverage than 98% of facilities in the state, ensuring better oversight of resident care. However, there are some concerns, including missed meetings for the Quality Assurance committee, which could impact care quality, and delays in providing access to electronic medical records during inspections, as well as potential medication review issues for some residents, highlighting areas that need attention.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Michigan
- #64/422
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 34% turnover. Near Michigan's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 92 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Michigan nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (34%)
14 points below Michigan average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
11pts below Michigan avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #10 (R10)
Review of R10's EMR revealed admission to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis including dementia with beha...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a functional call light for one Resident (#129...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to provide evidence of documented monthly pharmacy medication regimen r...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0868
(Tag F0868)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee met at least once per quarter with the required committee members...
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Mar 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to intake: MI00143410
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to prevent staff to resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to intake: MI00143410
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report staff to reside...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct thorough investigations for allegations of verbal abuse for...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (R22) with limited mobility was ap...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide timely Electronic Medical Record (EMR) access for their annual recertification survey. Findings include:
On 3/25/24 at...
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May 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the delivery of oxygen services in a safe and sanitary manner for three Residents (#1, #3, & #14) of three residents re...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a homelike environment by serving residents their meals on institutional trays in the resident dining rooms. This d...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain safe hot water temperatures, resulting in th...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Michigan.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- • 34% turnover. Below Michigan's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Michigan, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu Staffed?
CMS rates Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 34%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU during 2023 to 2025. These included: 12 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu?
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 34 certified beds and approximately 30 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Gaylord, Michigan.
How Does Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (34%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Michigan. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu Stick Around?
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU has a staff turnover rate of 34%, which is about average for Michigan nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu Ever Fined?
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Ltcu on Any Federal Watch List?
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.