Jackson, MI · 50 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Jackson.
Est. $9,640–$12,140/mo
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Jackson County Medical Care Facility
524 Lansing Avenue, Jackson, MI 49201 · Jackson County
63
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (180 of 194 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Jackson
Jackson County Medical Care Facility is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Jackson, MI, with 194 certified beds and an average of about 180 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.32 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.85 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $68,744 in the recent record. 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 (5.32 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$68,744 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Jackson for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 194
- Avg. residents/day
- 180
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235019
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 | $9,640–$12,140/mo (median $10,600) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Jackson 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
- 5.32
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.85
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 22.2%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($68,744)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-01-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-15Severity 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.
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
2025-01-27Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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…
2023-12-07Severity H — actual harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-07 | Fine | $68,744 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
524 Lansing Avenue, Jackson, MI
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Jackson County Medical Care Facility
How much does Jackson County Medical Care Facility cost?
Jackson County Medical Care Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Jackson, MI area typically runs $9,640–$12,140 per month (median $10,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Jackson County Medical Care Facility's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Jackson County Medical Care Facility 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Jackson County Medical Care Facility?
Staff provide about 5.32 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Jackson County Medical Care Facility?
Jackson County Medical Care Facility has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Jackson County Medical Care Facility have availability?
Typically 93% full (180 of 194 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Jackson County Medical Care Facility offer?
Jackson County Medical Care Facility in Jackson, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 194 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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