Bay City, MI · 51 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Bay City.
Est. $9,660–$12,170/mo
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Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center
3254 E Midland Rd, Bay City, MI 48706 · Bay County
Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care Services; Enjoy an EPIC Stay in Bay City, Michigan! Call us at 989-686-3770 for info or to schedule a tour!
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (118 of 126 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Bay City
Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bay City, MI, with 126 certified beds and an average of about 118 residents per day. It operates as part of the Nexcare Health Systems network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.75 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.73 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Bay City for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 126
- Avg. residents/day
- 118
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Nexcare Health Systems
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235388
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,660–$12,170/mo (median $10,620) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bay City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.73
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.75
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 9
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-12Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-03-12Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2026-03-12Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
3254 E Midland Rd, Bay City, MI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center
How much does Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center cost?
Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bay City, MI area typically runs $9,660–$12,170 per month (median $10,620, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center?
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center?
Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center have availability?
Typically 94% full (118 of 126 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center offer?
Bay Shores Senior Care and Rehab Center in Bay City, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 126 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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