Medilodge of Cheboygan

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How Medilodge of Cheboygan Compares

Medilodge of Cheboygan is a 85-bed for-profit nursing facility in Cheboygan, Michigan. It holds an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, roughly in line with the Michigan average of 3.2 stars. Its strongest area is quality measures (5 stars), while health inspections (2 stars) is its weakest. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (0.9%) is below the Michigan average of 3.0%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 85 certified beds, it maintains moderate occupancy at roughly 85% occupied.

By the numbers vs. Michigan average

• Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 7.6% — better than the Michigan average of 15.0% (49% lower).
• Falls with major injury: 0.9% — better than the Michigan average of 3.0% (70% lower).
• High-risk pressure ulcers: 4.1% — better than the Michigan average of 5.4%.
• Short-stay rehospitalization: 18.9% — better than the Michigan average of 24.0%.

CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon, indicating a recent citation involving abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property. This is an important point to raise directly during any tour or call.

Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated May 4, 2026) measured against Michigan averages across 423 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.

The Senior Community Around Cheboygan

Cheboygan sits in Cheboygan County, where adults 65 and older make up about 27.5% of the population — a higher share of seniors than Michigan as a whole (17.2% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.

Residents 65+

7,005 (27.5%)

Median age

51.6 years

Median household income

$49,624

Median home value

$141,800

Demographics for Cheboygan County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Cheboygan.

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