Plainwell Pines Nursing And Rehabilitation Communi
Plainwell, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235637) · 39 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 2 totaling $194,994 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (269) 349-6649 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Plainwell Pines Nursing And Rehabilitation Community has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan state average of about 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 1 out of 5 and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Plainwell Pines reports total nurse staffing of about 3.24 hours per resident per day, including about 0.57 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 62.8%.
Plainwell Pines has 2 federal fines on record totaling $194,994.00, plus 1 payment denial. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, so families should review the specific inspection findings on Care Compare.
About this facility
Plainwell Pines Nursing And Rehabilitation Community is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Plainwell, Kalamazoo County, Michigan, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since March 2008. The facility has 39 certified beds and an average daily census of 32.5 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Plainwell Pines holds an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan state average of 3.12. The facility's health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, its quality measures (QM) rating is 5 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse staffing of approximately 3.24 hours per resident per day, including about 0.57 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 62.8%.
On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $194,994.00, along with 1 payment denial issued against this facility. CMS also displays its abuse icon for Plainwell Pines, meaning families should review the facility's inspection record directly on Care Compare for details of the underlying finding.
Plainwell Pines is part of the Atrium Centers chain, which operates 26 facilities with an average chain rating of 3.0 stars. Ownership has not changed within the past 12 months, per CMS records.
Data reflects CMS Care Compare records as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the facility and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Plainwell Pines has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below the Michigan state average of about 3.12.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.24 hours per resident per day, including about 0.57 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars; nursing turnover is reported at 62.8%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $194,994.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility; the data provided does not indicate Special Focus status.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 39 certified beds and an average daily census of 32.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Atrium Centers chain, which operates 26 facilities with an average chain rating of 3.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on March 14, 2008.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with separate ratings for health inspections (1 star here), quality measures (5 stars here), and staffing (3 stars here), which combine into the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 2693496649 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 2693496649 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235637?state=MI.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.