Battle Creek, MI · 91 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Battle Creek.
Est. $9,520–$11,980/mo
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Calhoun County Medical Care Facility
1150 E Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49014 · Calhoun County
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (105 of 120 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Battle Creek
Calhoun County Medical Care Facility is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Battle Creek, MI, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 105 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.73 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.38 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Battle Creek, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 105
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235237
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 | $9,520–$11,980/mo (median $10,460) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Battle Creek 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
- 4.38
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.73
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-02-21Severity 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.
2025-02-21Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-02-21Severity 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…
2025-02-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
2025-02-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-02-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-02-21Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
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
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
1150 E Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Calhoun County Medical Care Facility
How much does Calhoun County Medical Care Facility cost?
Calhoun County Medical Care Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Battle Creek, MI area typically runs $9,520–$11,980 per month (median $10,460, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Calhoun County Medical Care Facility's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Calhoun County Medical Care Facility 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility?
Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility?
Calhoun County Medical Care Facility has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Calhoun County Medical Care Facility have availability?
Typically 88% full (105 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Calhoun County Medical Care Facility offer?
Calhoun County Medical Care Facility in Battle Creek, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Battle Creek.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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