Cass County Medical Care Facility
Nursing Home · Cassopolis, MI
CMS certification number235352
Contact & location
23770 Hospital StCassopolis, MI 49031
Cass County
- Phone
- (269) 228-4000
- ZIP code
- 49031 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 80
- Residents per day
- 71.5 (89% occupied)
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Legal name
- County of Cass
- Medicare certified since
- October 8, 1977
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident 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
- 4.85 (state 3.99 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.95 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.60 (state 0.88 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 3.31 (state 2.33 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 4.26 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.8 (state 44.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 46.7 (state 39.2 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- May 7, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 6.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 2
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 18 health · 14 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-23 | 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 |
Corrected 2026-07-17 |
| 2026-05-07 | 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 2026-06-14 |
| 2026-05-07 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-14 |
| 2026-05-07 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-14 |
| 2026-05-07 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-14 |
| 2025-11-21 | 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 · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-11-21 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-03-25 | 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 2025-04-25 |
| 2025-03-25 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-25 |
| 2025-03-25 | 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 2025-04-25 |
| 2024-04-25 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-04-25 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-04-25 | 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 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-04-25 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-04-25 | 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 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-04-25 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-31 |
| 2024-03-20 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-04-13 |
| 2024-03-20 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-04-13 |
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, including $15,593 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-03-20 | Fine | $7,797 |
| 2024-03-20 | Fine | $7,796 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| County of Cass (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Lutes, Christian (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Seifert, Diane (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Vaughn, Vicki (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Lutes, Christian (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Cass County Medical Care Facility?
Cass County Medical Care Facility has a 5-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 Cass County Medical Care Facility have?
It has 80 certified beds and cares for about 72 residents per day.
Has Cass County Medical Care Facility been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties totaling $15,593 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Cass County Medical Care Facility?
(269) 228-4000. The facility is located at 23770 Hospital St, Cassopolis, MI 49031.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.