5635 Lakeshore, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059 · St. Clair County
5635 Lakeshore Rd. Fort Gratiot, MI 48059 Ph: (810) 385-7447
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Typically 92% full (117 of 127 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.
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Medilodge of Port Huron is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Gratiot, MI, with 127 certified beds and an average of about 117 residents per day. It operates as part of the Medilodge network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.94 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.
None noted in the public data.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,550–$13,270/mo (median $11,580) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Warren prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
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.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
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.
5635 Lakeshore, Fort Gratiot, MI
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Talk to an advisor about this communityMedilodge of Port Huron does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Gratiot, MI area typically runs $10,550–$13,270 per month (median $11,580, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Medilodge of Port Huron 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Medilodge of Port Huron has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 92% full (117 of 127 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Medilodge of Port Huron in Fort Gratiot, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 127 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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