Iosco County Medical Care Facility

Nursing Home · Tawas City, MI

CMS overall rating 2/5 Government - City/county

CMS certification number235011

Contact & location

1201 Harris Avenue
Tawas City, MI 48763
Iosco County

Phone: (989) 362-4424
ZIP code: 48763 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds: 78
Residents per day: 47.1 (60% occupied)
Ownership: Government - City/county
Legal name: Iosco Medical Care Facility
Medicare certified since: January 1, 1967
Participates in: Medicare and Medicaid
Council: Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5

State avg 3.1

Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5

State avg 2.8

Staffing★★★★★ 4/5

State avg 3.6

Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5

State avg 3.9

Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing: 6.11 (state 3.99 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN): 0.80 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses: 1.05 (state 0.88 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides: 4.26 (state 2.33 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total: 5.70 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover: 96.1 (state 44.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover: 66.7 (state 39.2 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left: 0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection: January 8, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle): 14.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints: 0
Citations on record (3 years): 33 health · 22 fire safety · includes actual harm

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
2026-01-08	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	G Actual harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. F0865 · Administration Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. F0867 · Administration Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2026-01-08	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-02-13
2024-11-20	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2024-11-20	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, compartments for controlled drugs. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-12-23
2023-11-21	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	G Actual harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection	G Actual harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-11-21	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-12-29
2023-08-09	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2023-08-18

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

2 penalties in the last three years.

Date	Type	Amount
2026-01-08	Payment Denial	6 days payment denial
2023-11-21	Payment Denial	7 days payment denial

Ownership & management

Name	Role	Since
County of Iosco (organization)	5%+ Direct Ownership Interest
Look, Jon (individual)	Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Iosco County Medical Care Facility?

Iosco County Medical Care Facility has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Michigan.

How many beds does Iosco County Medical Care Facility have?

It has 78 certified beds and cares for about 47 residents per day.

Has Iosco County Medical Care Facility been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Iosco County Medical Care Facility?

(989) 362-4424. The facility is located at 1201 Harris Avenue, Tawas City, MI 48763.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.