Bay County Medical Care FacilityCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 564 West Hampton Road, Essexville, MI 48732
- CCN
- 235044
- Ownership type
- Government, county
- Certified beds
- 161
- Chain
- None in the CMS record
- Residents per day
- 94
- CMS flags
- CMS abuse icon
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CMS gives Bay County Medical Care Facility an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 29 Apr 2026. The latest survey cycle has 10 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Michigan is 8. CMS lists 2 fines with a total of $165,536 for this home in its penalties file. CMS also lists 2 payment denials.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Bay County median | Michigan median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 4 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 6 homes in the county, 422 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | Michigan median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 29 Apr 2026 | 10 | 8 |
| Cycle 2 | 17 Apr 2025 | 6 | 9 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 10 | 10 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | H0 | I0 | |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 10 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Standard survey | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 27 Jan 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Mar 2026 |
| 19 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
Survey cycle 2: 6 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Apr 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 23 May 2025 |
| 17 Apr 2025 | F0577 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | D | Standard survey | 23 May 2025 |
| 17 Apr 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 23 May 2025 |
| 17 Apr 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 23 May 2025 |
| 17 Apr 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 23 May 2025 |
| 11 Mar 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Apr 2025 |
Survey cycle 3: 10 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Standard survey | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | F | Complaint investigation | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 22 Apr 2024 |
| 13 Mar 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 22 Apr 2024 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Mar 2025 | Fine | $116,805 | |
| 11 Mar 2025 | Payment denial | 29 | |
| 13 Mar 2024 | Fine | $48,731 | |
| 13 Mar 2024 | Payment denial | 11 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | Michigan median | Michigan average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 6.39 | 3.80 | 3.99 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.32 | 0.70 | 0.78 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.32 | 0.88 | |
| Nurse aides | 3.75 | 2.33 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 5.39 | 3.30 | 3.50 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 53.9%
- Nurse staff turnover, Michigan median
- 44.6%
- RN turnover in a year
- 80.8%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 1
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | Michigan median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 3.9% | 9.4% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.3% | 2.6% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 5.1% | 10.8% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.0% | 4.7% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 9.9% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- Government, county
- Legal business name
- County of Bay
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| County of Bay | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 1 May 1966 |
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Other homes in Bay County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Nursing and Rehabilitation | Bay City | 4 of 5 | 9 | $0 | 26 Jun 2025 | |
| Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center | Bay City | 4 of 5 | 9 | $0 | 12 Mar 2026 | |
| Carriage House Nursing and Rehabilitation | Bay City | 2 of 5 | 11 | $0 | 13 May 2026 | |
| Caretel Inns of Tri-Cities | Bay City | 1 of 5 | 13 | $134,784 | 7 Aug 2025 | |
| Huron Woods Nursing Center | Kawkawlin | 3 of 5 | 8 | $0 | 19 Feb 2026 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Bay County Medical Care Facility (CCN 235044). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/bay-county-medical-care-facility-essexville-mi-235044/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Bay County Medical Care Facility last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 29 Apr 2026. It was a standard survey. It gave 8 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 17 Apr 2025.
- Who operates Bay County Medical Care Facility?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as government, county. CMS lists no chain for the home. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Bay County Medical Care Facility a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 2 homes in Michigan as Special Focus Facilities and 10 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.