Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility

Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility

Harbor Springs, Michigan

Address

750 East Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740

Phone

+1 231-526-2161

9.0 /10

Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility Quality & Safety Report

Excellent

Inspections: 4★ (50%) Staffing: 5★ (25%) Quality: 5★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 5★ / 5

CMS data as of January 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

5 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
5 below national median

CMS data as of January 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 4.12 hrs
6.35 hrs above national median
Registered nurse (RN)
1.76 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.70 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
3.22 hrs
Physical therapy
0.04 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 5 stars across 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility · Building
Capacity
120 certified beds · ~69 avg residents/day (57% occupancy)
Ownership
Government - County
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility is a 120-bed, county-owned skilled nursing center located in Harbor Springs, Michigan. The facility holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, including 5-star ratings for both staffing and quality measures. Its most recent health inspection resulted in a 4-star rating.

Location

750 East Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740, Harbor Springs, MI

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility?
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
How did Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility score on health inspections?
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility?
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility have?
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility has 120 certified beds.
Does Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Where is Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility located?
Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility is located at 750 East Main Street, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740, Harbor Springs, Michigan.
How can I contact Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility?
You can reach Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility by phone at +1 231-526-2161.

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Where this data comes from

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