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Ovid Healthcare Center
9480 E M-21, Ovid, MI 48866
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Ovid Healthcare Center is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Ovid, Michigan, certified for 94 beds and caring for about 57 residents a day.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, above the Michigan median of 3; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 4 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 38 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (7, 7, 24 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 40.4 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 29.4.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $80K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day (1.0 RN), close to the Michigan median of 3.8; nursing staff turnover is 44.6%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Clinton Co. median | Michigan median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 38 | 30 | 29 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 40.4 | 40.4 | 29.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44.6% | 30.0% | 44.6% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $79,950 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 in the county, 422 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Michigan average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 3 Apr 2026, 8 Jan 2025.
Severity mix: H ×1 D ×20 E ×10 F ×7
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 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 | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 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 | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 29 Apr 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 8 Jan 2025 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | H | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0603 | Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 24 Jul 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | 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 | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | 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 | Complaint investigation | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0770 | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | E | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0776 | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Nov 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 11 Dec 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2024 | Fine | $79,950 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Michigan average. Turnover: nursing staff 44.6%, RNs 55.6%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Michigan median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 10.4% | 9.4% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 4.8% | 2.6% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 10.7% | 10.8% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.3% | 4.7% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 25.2% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Ovid Healthcare, Llc. Chain: Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care (81 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciena Healthcare Management Inc | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| Ciena Healthcare Management Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Clinton County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel I Findlay Country Manor | Saint Johns | 150 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 8.7 | — | 15 Sep 2025 |
| The Willows At East Lansing | East Lansing | 65 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 30 | 46.2 | — | 20 Mar 2026 |
All 3 facilities in Clinton County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Ovid Healthcare Center been cited for?
38 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Michigan median is 29 per facility.
Has Ovid Healthcare Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $80K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Ovid Healthcare Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day against a Michigan median of 3.8 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Ovid Healthcare Center?
It is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ciena Healthcare Management Inc. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Ovid Healthcare Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 3 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 3 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.