ElderGrade

Inspection citations at Medilodge Of Sault Ste. Marie

73 citations on record, 8 of which inspectors scored at actual harm or immediate jeopardy. Each one is the state surveyor's own finding, not our summary.

Reading the scope & severity code

A–C

No harm, minimal potential

D–F

No harm, potential for harm

G–I

Actual harm to a resident

J–L

Immediate jeopardy

The letter also encodes how many residents were affected — isolated, a pattern, or widespread. Full explainer.

Citations by survey year

Year Citations Involving harm or jeopardy
2026 31 3
2025 18 1
2024 23 4
2023 1 0
F May 27, 2026 Tag F0725 Complaint investigation Corrected Jul 2026

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0849 Corrected Mar 2026

Administration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0757 Corrected Mar 2026

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0689 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0688 Corrected Mar 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0684 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0677 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0635 Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0610 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0609 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0602 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0583 Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0578 Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D February 11, 2026 Tag F0561 Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0810 Corrected Mar 2026

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0806 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0804 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0761 Corrected Mar 2026

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0584 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 11, 2026 Tag F0558 Corrected Mar 2026

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0921 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Environmental Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0880 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0867 Corrected Mar 2026

Administration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0865 Corrected Mar 2026

Administration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0838 Corrected Mar 2026

Administration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0812 Corrected Mar 2026

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0801 Corrected Mar 2026

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

F February 11, 2026 Tag F0732 Corrected Mar 2026

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

G February 11, 2026 Tag F0600 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Actual harm to a resident

H February 11, 2026 Tag F0725 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Actual harm to a resident

G February 4, 2026 Tag F0686 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2026

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Actual harm to a resident

D November 26, 2025 Tag F0684 Complaint investigation Corrected Dec 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E November 19, 2025 Tag F0609 Complaint investigation Corrected Dec 2025

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

D June 18, 2025 Tag F0584 Complaint investigation Corrected Jul 2025

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

G June 18, 2025 Tag F0684 Complaint investigation Corrected Jul 2025

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Actual harm to a resident

E February 26, 2025 Tag F0610 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2025

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

E February 26, 2025 Tag F0600 Complaint investigation Corrected Mar 2025

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

C January 9, 2025 Tag F0732 Corrected Feb 2025

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

No actual harm, minimal potential

C January 9, 2025 Tag F0575 Corrected Feb 2025

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

No actual harm, minimal potential

D January 9, 2025 Tag F0880 Corrected Feb 2025

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm

Citations are published by CMS from state survey agency findings. A citation describes what an inspector observed on a specific date; homes are required to submit a correction plan, and many findings are resolved long before you read them. Ask the administrator what happened and what changed.