Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Kalkaska, Michigan

Address

419 South Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI, 49646

Phone

+1 231-258-7500

6.8 /10

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center Quality & Safety Report

Average

Inspections: 2★ (50%) Staffing: 5★ (25%) Quality: 5★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 4★ / 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 →

$15,945 fines 7 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
7 near national median
Total federal penalties
$15,945

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
5.41 hrs above national median
Registered nurse (RN)
1.49 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.42 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.97 hrs
Physical therapy
0.10 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating declined from 5 to 4 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Kalkaska Memorial Health Center 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
104 certified beds · ~73 avg residents/day (70% occupancy)
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is a government-owned, hospital-based skilled nursing facility in Kalkaska, Michigan, featuring 104 licensed beds. The facility holds a four-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, supported by five-star ratings in both staffing levels and clinical quality measures. While it maintains high marks for care delivery, the center currently holds a two-star rating for its health inspections.

Location

419 South Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI, 49646, Kalkaska, MI

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Kalkaska Memorial Health Center?
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
How did Kalkaska Memorial Health Center score on health inspections?
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Kalkaska Memorial Health Center?
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Kalkaska Memorial Health Center have?
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center has 104 certified beds.
Does Kalkaska Memorial Health Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Where is Kalkaska Memorial Health Center located?
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is located at 419 South Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI, 49646, Kalkaska, Michigan.
How can I contact Kalkaska Memorial Health Center?
You can reach Kalkaska Memorial Health Center by phone at +1 231-258-7500.

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How to read this page

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Where this data comes from

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