Cycle 1
Health 2025-02-26 · Fire 2025-02-26
22 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)
Kalamazoo, MI
Alamo Nursing Home Inc
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $18,274 in total fines with 22 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
8290 W C Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
(269) 343-2587
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
100
Certified beds
Average residents
89
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Avon Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1976-06-17
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.47
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.94
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.20
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.20
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
62%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
64%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.2 |
1.7
0.5 pts better
|
1.9
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
1.5
0.1 pts better
|
1.8
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.7% |
95.0%
4.7 pts better
|
93.4%
6.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.0%
5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.9% |
3.1%
1.8 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.9% |
4.1%
0.8 pts worse
|
11.4%
6.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 5.3% |
5.5%
0.2 pts better
|
5.4%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 26.8% |
19.6%
7.2 pts worse
|
19.6%
7.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 29.1% |
16.5%
12.6 pts worse
|
16.7%
12.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 10.4% |
13.9%
3.5 pts better
|
16.3%
5.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.7% |
11.7%
1 pts worse
|
14.9%
2.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% |
0.9%
0.6 pts better
|
1.0%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 24.5% |
20.4%
4.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
4.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.6% |
5.6%
2 pts better
|
5.1%
1.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.4% |
82.8%
11.6 pts better
|
81.7%
12.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 13.6% |
11.5%
2.1 pts worse
|
12.0%
1.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.3% |
1.3%
1 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.3% |
79.5%
18.8 pts better
|
79.7%
18.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.8% |
24.2%
0.6 pts worse
|
23.9%
0.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-05-02 · Fire 2024-05-02
25 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-03-29 · Fire 2023-03-29
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2025-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-04-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-04-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2024-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-05-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-05-12
Inspection history
Recent health citations
G · Actual harm
2025-09-22
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-10-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-22
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2025-11-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-22
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-11-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-05-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2025-05-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-03-26
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2025-03-26
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2025-05-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-03-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-26
F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2025-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-01-29
G · Actual harm
2024-08-28
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-09-19
G · Actual harm
2024-08-28
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-09-19
G · Actual harm
2024-08-28
F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2024-09-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2024-09-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-09-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected 2024-09-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F919 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected 2024-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2024-05-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-02
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-05-27
G · Actual harm
2023-12-19
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-19
F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2024-01-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-05-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-05-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-05-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-05-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-29
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-05-08
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$0
2025-09-22
Payment Denial
Payment Denial · denial start 2025-10-16 · 34 days
34 day denial
$18,274
2024-08-28
Fine
Fine · fine $18,274
Fine
Ownership
Alamo Cove Op Holdco
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Freund, Eliyahu
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Gottlieb, Moshe
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Avon Alamo Management
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Freund, Eliyahu
Corporate Officer · Individual
Perry, Quinn
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Shaikh, Abdul
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
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