Cycle 1
Health 2025-09-04 · Fire 2025-09-04
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Traverse City, MI
Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing
4-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with 8 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
9731 East Cherry Bend Road, Traverse City, MI
(231) 932-9272
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
22
Certified beds
Average residents
19
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2003-10-20
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.24
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.78
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.23
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
4.43
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
43%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
41%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 92.5% |
82.8%
9.7 pts better
|
81.7%
10.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.2% |
11.5%
1.3 pts better
|
12.0%
1.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.8% |
1.3%
0.5 pts better
|
1.6%
0.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 93.2% |
79.5%
13.7 pts better
|
79.7%
13.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 21.4% |
24.2%
2.8 pts better
|
23.9%
2.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-10-02 · Fire 2024-10-02
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-10-25 · Fire 2023-10-25
10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-09-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-09-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-09-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
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 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-11-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-11-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-11-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-11-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Corrected 2023-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Corrected 2023-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-12-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-12-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
K925 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy.
Corrected 2023-11-16
Inspection history
Recent health citations
G · Actual harm
2025-09-04
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 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
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 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
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 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F838 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F943 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
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 2024-11-01
G · Actual harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2023-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-25
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 2023-11-16
C · Minimal harm
2023-10-25
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-11-16
C · Minimal harm
2023-10-25
F838 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2023-11-16
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$0
2025-09-04
Payment Denial
Payment Denial · denial start 2025-10-02 · 8 days
8 day denial
Ownership
Meyer, Richard
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Orchard Creek Health Care Inc
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Chilcote, Dale
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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