Bay County Medical Care Facility
Nursing Home · Essexville, MI
CMS certification number235044
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).
Contact & location
564 West Hampton RoadEssexville, MI 48732
Bay County
- Phone
- (989) 892-3591
- ZIP code
- 48732 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 161
- Residents per day
- 93.7 (58% occupied)
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Legal name
- County of Bay
- Medicare certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Both council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 6.39 (state 3.99 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 1.32 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.32 (state 0.88 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 3.75 (state 2.33 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 5.39 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 53.9 (state 44.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 80.8 (state 39.2 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- April 29, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 10.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 2
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 26 health · 15 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | 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 |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | 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 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | 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. F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | 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 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-01-27 | 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 · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-03-08 |
| 2025-12-19 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Past Non-Compliance |
| 2025-04-17 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-17 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-17 | 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 |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-17 | 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 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-17 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. F0577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-03-11 | 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 · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-20 |
| 2024-03-13 | 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 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | 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 · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | 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 |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. F0694 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-22 |
| 2024-03-13 | 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 2024-04-22 |
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
4 penalties in the last three years, including $165,536 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-11 | Payment Denial | 29 days payment denial |
| 2025-03-11 | Fine | $116,805 |
| 2024-03-13 | Payment Denial | 11 days payment denial |
| 2024-03-13 | Fine | $48,731 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| County of Bay (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Ahmed, Tazeen (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McCarthy, Jacqueline (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Weidman, Kyle (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Weidman, Kyle (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McCarthy, Jacqueline (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ahmed, Tazeen (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Weidman, Kyle (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Bay County Medical Care Facility?
Bay 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 Bay County Medical Care Facility have?
It has 161 certified beds and cares for about 94 residents per day.
Has Bay County Medical Care Facility been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 4 penalties totaling $165,536 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Bay County Medical Care Facility?
(989) 892-3591. The facility is located at 564 West Hampton Road, Essexville, MI 48732.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.