Iosco County Medical Care Facility

1201 Harris Avenue, Tawas City, MI 48763

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Iosco County Medical Care Facility is a nursing home in Tawas City, Michigan. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

CMS overall star rating2 of 5
Last standard health inspectionJanuary 8, 2026 (10 months ago)
Health citations since November 21, 202332 (Michigan average 32)
Fines in the past three yearsNone listed by CMS
CMS flagsNone listed by CMS

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

CMS update of July 29, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 1 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 1 of 5.
- Staffing
  Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 6.0 to 0.6 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
February 7, 2026
Payment stopped
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from February 7, 2026, for 6 days.
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Fire safety inspection on January 22, 2026
1 citation
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Show the 1 citation
- Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
  CMS has cited this home for K0711 2 times since 2026.
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Health inspection on January 8, 2026
14 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
112 of 422 Michigan homes (27%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
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- Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2023.
- Citation F0865. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0867. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0881. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0550 2 times since 2023.
- Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0657 2 times since 2024.
- Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0757 2 times since 2023.
- Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.
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Fire safety inspection on January 8, 2026
15 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Show the 15 citations
- Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation E0006. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation E0015. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop a communication plan.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation E0031. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide emergency officials' contact information.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.
- Citation K0346. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0354. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0291. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
- Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
  CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
  CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2024.
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CMS update of November 20, 2025
- Name
  CMS lists a new name for this home. It was IOSCO CO MEDICAL CARE FACILITY.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
- Star rating
  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on November 20, 2024
7 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Show the 7 citations
- Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
  CMS has cited this home for F0582 2 times since 2023.
- Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
- Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
- Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
- Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
  CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2023.
- Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
  CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2023.
- Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
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Fire safety inspection on November 20, 2024
3 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Show the 3 citations
- Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
  The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
  CMS has cited this home for K0222 2 times since 2023.
- Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
- Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2024.
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CMS update of April 25, 2024
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
December 22, 2023
Payment stopped
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from December 22, 2023, for 7 days.
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CMS update of December 21, 2023
- Star rating
  The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
- Star rating
  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on November 21, 2023
11 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
82 of 422 Michigan homes (19%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2023.
Show the 11 citations
- Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0758. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: 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.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
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Fire safety inspection on November 21, 2023
3 citations
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Show the 3 citations
- Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
  The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
- Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
  The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
  CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.
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CMS star ratings

2 of 5CMS overall star rating
2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating

Facts from CMS

Phone: (989) 362-4424
Last standard health inspection: January 8, 2026 (10 months ago)
Certified beds: 78
Residents per day, on average: 46.4
Ownership type: Government - City/county
Legal business name: Iosco Medical Care Facility
Chain: Not listed by CMS
Takes part in: Medicare and Medicaid

The same number of health citations as the Michigan average (32).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

COUNTY OF IOSCO5% or greater direct ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 10/24/2011
LOOK, JONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/29/2012

Questions

When was Iosco County Medical Care Facility last inspected?

CMS lists January 8, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Iosco County Medical Care Facility have?

CMS lists 32 health citations since November 21, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Iosco County Medical Care Facility been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Iosco County Medical Care Facility?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Iosco County Medical Care Facility a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

At a glance

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CMS flags

Inspections, fines and changes

CMS update of July 29, 2026

CMS update of April 29, 2026

CMS update of February 25, 2026

February 7, 2026

Fire safety inspection on January 22, 2026

Health inspection on January 8, 2026

Fire safety inspection on January 8, 2026

CMS update of November 20, 2025

CMS update of July 30, 2025

CMS update of February 26, 2025

Health inspection on November 20, 2024

Fire safety inspection on November 20, 2024

CMS update of April 25, 2024

December 22, 2023

CMS update of December 21, 2023

Health inspection on November 21, 2023

Fire safety inspection on November 21, 2023

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Owners and managers

Questions

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