Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -

1001 Leffingwell Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (616) 267-4800
Non profit - Corporation 80 Beds COREWELL HEALTH Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
90/100
#17 of 422 in MI
Last Inspection: July 2025

Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.

Overview

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality and care. It ranks #17 out of 422 facilities in Michigan, placing it in the top half of the state, and #4 out of 28 in Kent County, meaning only three local options are better. The facility is new and has shown a strong trend since its first inspection, with no fines on record, which is a positive indicator of compliance. Staffing is a strength, as it boasts a 5/5 rating for staffing with a turnover rate of 36%, lower than the state average, and has more registered nurse coverage than 97% of Michigan facilities. However, there was one noted concern regarding the failure to ensure that discharge assessments for several residents were properly transmitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which could affect tracking their status. Overall, while the facility excels in many areas, it is important to consider this concern when making a decision.

Trust Score
A
90/100
In Michigan
#17/422
Top 4%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Too New
0 → 1 violations
Staff Stability
○ Average
36% 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 117 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
✓ Good
Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★★
5.0
Staff Levels
★★★★☆
4.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
: 0 issues
2025: 1 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
  • 4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record
  • Staff turnover below average (36%)

    12 points below Michigan average of 48%

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 36%

10pts below Michigan avg (46%)

Typical for the industry

Chain: COREWELL HEALTH

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record

Jul 2025 1 deficiency
CONCERN (E)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

MDS Data Transmission (Tag F0640)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Minimum Data Set (MDS) discharge assessment was transmitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 9 (Residen...

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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Minimum Data Set (MDS) discharge assessment was transmitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 9 (Resident #24, #3, #18, #34, #16, #31, #1, #11, #32) of 9 sampled residents, resulting in the potential for inaccurate tracking of the resident's assessment and discharge status.Findings include: According to the CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) RAl (Resident Assessment Instrument) Version 3.0 Manual 1. 17.1. effective 10/1/2019, .Submission files are transmitted to the QIES [Quality Improvement and Evaluation System) ASAP (Assessment and Submission and Processing) system using the CMS wide area network .Transmission requirements apply to all MDS 3.0 records used to meet both federal and state requirement .must be submitted within 14 days of the MDS Completion Date (Z0500B +14 days] .For each file submitted, the submitter will receive confirmation that the file was received for processing and editing by the QIES ASAP system. This confirmation information includes the files submission identification number (ID), the date and time the file was received for processing as well as the file name . In an interview on 07/09/25 at 12:21 PM, MDS Coordinator (MC) F reported when the resident was discharging, there was a meeting once a week to discuss the resident who was ready to discharge, the resident was placed on a calendar at admission and was accessible to all relevant staff, who then can initial when they have completed their portion of the discharge, and a form noted as Discharge had the date of discharge and notations from all the relevant departments on what was needed prior to discharge. MC F reported the facility only had a handful of long term care residents; some residents stay for one quarterly assessment but the average stay for most residents was 21 days. Resident #24: Review of Resident #24's medical record revealed, Resident #24 was discharged from the facility. Review of MDS Assessments for Resident #24 revealed no MDS Discharge Assessment was submitted for acceptance by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). MDS Coordinator (MC) F reported when the Discharge MDS Assessment indicated Ready for Export it indicated it had not been submitted to the (CMS MDS Program). In an interview on 07/09/25 at 12:47 PM, MDS Coordinator (MC) F reported the Care manager would send out an e-mail to the team which included the leadership team, and a discharge would be discussed at the weekly discharge meeting. MC F reported if the Discharge MDS Assessment was received by CMS it would indicate, Accepted. Reviewing Resident #24's MDS Discharge Assessment indicated the discharge date was 2/18/25 and the due date of 3/5/25 indicated when the Discharge MDS Assessment had to be completed by. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment had been completed but not transmitted. MC F reported there was one MDS Coordinator who was responsible for the transmissions to (CMS MDS Program) and she completed the transmissions once per week. Resident #3: Review of Resident #3's medical record revealed, Resident #3 was discharged from the facility on 3/20/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. MC F showed this writer the Discharge document used to track each resident and for Resident #3 everything had been completed by the necessary staff within 24 hours of discharge. Resident #18: Review of Resident #18's medical record revealed, Resident #18 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 1/30/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was due 2/14/25. Resident #34: Review of Resident #34's medical record revealed, Resident #34 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 2/28/25 but the Discharge MDS Assessment was not completed for export or transmission. Resident #16: Review of Resident #16's medical record revealed, Resident #16 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 3/6/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. Resident #31:Review of Resident #31's medical record revealed, Resident #31 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 2/10/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. Resident #1:Review of Resident #1's medical record revealed, Resident #1 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 2/1/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. Resident #11: Review of Resident #11's medical record revealed, Resident #11 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 1/30/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. Resident #32: Review of Resident #32's medical record revealed, Resident #32 was discharged (return not anticipated) from the facility on 2/28/25. MC F reported the Discharge MDS Assessment was ready for export which indicated it had not been submitted for acceptance by CMS. In an interview on 07/09/25 at 12:57 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported she monitored the MDS completion which ensured all sections of the MDS were completed for the resident for the 5 day, quarterly, and annual for MDS assessments. DON B reported the resident was added to a spreadsheet for tracking of assessments. DON B reported once the MDS were completed initially she would audit the medical record to ensure the care plans updated appropriately and the other MDSs were scheduled for completion. DON B reported she would ensure the schedule had the discharge scheduled but did not check to ensure the completion of the discharge and transmission of the Discharge MDS assessment.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

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

Strengths
  • • 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.
  • • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -'s CMS Rating?

CMS assigns Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Staffed?

CMS rates Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -'s staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 36%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.

What Have Inspectors Found at Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -?

State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - during 2025. These included: 1 with potential for harm.

Who Owns and Operates Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by COREWELL HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 80 certified beds and approximately 56 residents (about 70% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

How Does Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -'s overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (36%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -?

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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Stick Around?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - has a staff turnover rate of 36%, 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Ever Fined?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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 Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - on Any Federal Watch List?

Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - 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.