Medilodge of Howell
1333 W Grand River, Howell, MI 48843
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Health Inspections
Frequency & severity of deficiencies
Staffing Levels
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Quality Measures
Clinical outcomes & care quality
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Care Quality Indicators
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How Medilodge of Howell Compares
Medilodge of Howell is a 206-bed for-profit nursing facility in Howell, Michigan. It holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan average of 3.2 stars. Its strongest area is quality measures (5 stars), while health inspections (1 star) is its weakest. Its rate of long-stay antipsychotic medication use (6.4%) is below the Michigan average of 15.0%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 206 certified beds, it maintains moderate occupancy at roughly 85% occupied.
Among the 4 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Howell, 1 hold a 5-star rating and the local average is 3.3 stars.
By the numbers vs. Michigan average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 6.4% — better than the Michigan average of 15.0% (57% lower).
- Falls with major injury: 4.5% — worse than the Michigan average of 3.0% (50% higher).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 4.2% — better than the Michigan average of 5.4%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 29.1% — worse than the Michigan average of 24.0%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated June 5, 2026) measured against Michigan averages across 423 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask Medilodge of Howell
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing Medilodge of Howell with other nursing homes in Howell.
How is Medilodge of Howell addressing its health inspections rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What practices help Medilodge of Howell keep long-stay antipsychotic medication use below the state average?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 6.4% here versus 15.0% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What is Medilodge of Howell doing to reduce falls with major injury?
Falls with major injury is 4.5% here versus 3.0% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at Medilodge of Howell?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
Where does Medilodge of Howell lag behind other Howell options?
Its 2-star overall rating is below the local average of 3.3 stars across 4 facilities. Ask administrators what differentiates this home despite the rating gap.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at Medilodge of Howell?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Howell
Howell sits in Livingston County, where adults 65 and older make up about 17.2% of the population — a share of seniors in line with Michigan as a whole (17.2% statewide). The area's median household income is higher than the state average, reflecting a higher cost of living.
- Residents 65+
- 32,803 (17.2%)
- Median age
- 43.7 years
- Median household income
- $84,274
- Median home value
- $256,100
Demographics for Livingston County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Howell.
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