Frankfort, MI · 35 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Frankfort's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,810–$12,350/mo
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Medilodge of Leelanau
124 West 4th Street, Suttons Bay, MI 49682 · Leelanau County
124 W 4th Street Suttons Bay, MI 49682 Ph: (231) 271-1200
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (70 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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 Suttons Bay
Medilodge of Leelanau is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Suttons Bay, MI, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day. It operates as part of the Medilodge network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 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 health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.36 hrs/resident/day)
- •14 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Suttons Bay, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 72
- Avg. residents/day
- 70
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Medilodge
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235209
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
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,810–$12,350/mo (median $10,780) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Traverse 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
- 3.36
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.97
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.9%
- 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)
- 14
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-12-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-03-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-01-21Severity D — potential for 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.
2024-12-11Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
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.
2024-12-11Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-12-11Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2024-12-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-12-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
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
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
124 West 4th Street, Suttons Bay, 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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How much does Medilodge of Leelanau cost?
Medilodge of Leelanau does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Suttons Bay, MI area typically runs $9,810–$12,350 per month (median $10,780, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Medilodge of Leelanau's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Medilodge of Leelanau 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Medilodge of Leelanau?
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Medilodge of Leelanau?
Medilodge of Leelanau has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Medilodge of Leelanau have availability?
Typically 97% full (70 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Medilodge of Leelanau offer?
Medilodge of Leelanau in Suttons Bay, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 72 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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