Inspection History Overview

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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October 28, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 1 penalties totaling $9,750

$9,750
Nov 23, 2021

Fine

2020 1 penalties totaling $9,750

$9,750
Oct 19, 2020

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 2 violations

Tag 0580 D Mar 31, 2025

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Apr 18, 2025
Tag 0689 D Mar 31, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

2024 7 violations

Tag 0685 D Jun 14, 2024

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

✓ Corrected: Jul 12, 2024
Tag 0692 D Jun 14, 2024

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Jul 12, 2024
Tag 0695 D Jun 14, 2024

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Jul 12, 2024
Tag 0554 E Apr 2, 2024

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2024
Tag 0580 D Apr 2, 2024

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2024
Tag 0684 E Apr 2, 2024

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2024
Tag 0689 D Apr 2, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 30, 2024

2023 13 violations

Tag 0554 D Apr 28, 2023

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0677 D Apr 28, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0679 D Apr 28, 2023

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0684 E Apr 28, 2023

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0686 D Apr 28, 2023

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0689 D Apr 28, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0692 D Apr 28, 2023

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0695 E Apr 28, 2023

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0758 D Apr 28, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0760 D Apr 28, 2023

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0761 D Apr 28, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0812 E Apr 28, 2023

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023
Tag 0921 E Apr 28, 2023

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: May 23, 2023

2022 12 violations

Tag 0600 D Oct 7, 2022

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Oct 23, 2022
Tag 0689 D Oct 7, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 23, 2022
Tag 0554 D May 20, 2022

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0677 D May 20, 2022

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0684 D May 20, 2022

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0688 D May 20, 2022

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.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0695 D May 20, 2022

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0726 D May 20, 2022

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0757 D May 20, 2022

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0760 D May 20, 2022

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0921 B May 20, 2022

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Jun 5, 2022
Tag 0684 D Mar 7, 2022

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Mar 17, 2022

2021 2 violations

Tag 0880 E Nov 23, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Dec 15, 2021
Tag 0686 D Feb 9, 2021

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Feb 19, 2021

2020 1 violations

Tag 0880 D Oct 19, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Nov 9, 2020

2019 15 violations

Tag 0623 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0645 D Aug 16, 2019

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0655 E Aug 16, 2019

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0656 E Aug 16, 2019

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0657 D Aug 16, 2019

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0676 D Aug 16, 2019

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0684 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0688 D Aug 16, 2019

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.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0695 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0697 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0744 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0880 D Aug 16, 2019

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0881 D Aug 16, 2019

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0921 E Aug 16, 2019

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Sep 15, 2019
Tag 0755 D Jun 13, 2019

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019

2018 17 violations

Tag 0689 D Dec 11, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 4, 2019
Tag 0578 D Oct 1, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0656 D Oct 1, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0677 D Oct 1, 2018

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0679 D Oct 1, 2018

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0684 E Oct 1, 2018

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0690 D Oct 1, 2018

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0693 D Oct 1, 2018

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0695 D Oct 1, 2018

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Nov 8, 2018
Tag 0758 D Oct 1, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0812 E Oct 1, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0880 D Oct 1, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Nov 8, 2018
Tag 0881 D Oct 1, 2018

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0921 E Oct 1, 2018

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Oct 31, 2018
Tag 0655 D Jul 16, 2018

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Aug 15, 2018
Tag 0694 D Jul 16, 2018

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Aug 15, 2018
Tag 0689 D May 17, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jun 16, 2018

2017 6 violations

Tag 0157 D Oct 17, 2017

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Nov 16, 2017
Tag 0309 D Oct 17, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Nov 16, 2017
Tag 0323 D Oct 17, 2017

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.

✓ Corrected: Nov 16, 2017
Tag 0465 E Oct 17, 2017

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Nov 16, 2017
Tag 0225 D Aug 15, 2017

1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 2, 2017
Tag 0226 D Aug 15, 2017

Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property.

✓ Corrected: Sep 2, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY is a 3-star nursing home in MICHIGAN CITY, IN with 120 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 2198727251
📍 802 US HIGHWAY 20 EAST, MICHIGAN CITY, IN
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY

What violations has LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY received?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY safe?
Safety at LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY?
Phone: 2198727251. Address: 802 US HIGHWAY 20 EAST, MICHIGAN CITY, IN. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY offer?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF MICHIGAN CITY is a skilled nursing facility with 120 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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