The Orchards At Big Rapids
Big Rapids, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235459) · 100 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: 1 totaling $55,711 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (231) 796-3185 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Orchards At Big Rapids has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Michigan state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
The Orchards At Big Rapids reports total nurse hours per resident per day of about 3.31, including about 0.65 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars. Nursing staff turnover data was not reported for this facility.
The Orchards At Big Rapids has 1 federal fine on record totaling $55,711.00, along with 1 payment denial. CMS does not show an abuse icon or Special Focus status flagged for this facility in the available data.
About this facility
The Orchards At Big Rapids is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Big Rapids, Mecosta County, Michigan, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since January 1987. The facility is certified for 100 beds and reports an average daily census of 78.8 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Orchards At Big Rapids holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the state average for Michigan (state average 3.12). Its health inspection rating is 3 stars, its quality measure (QM) rating is 3 stars, and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of approximately 3.31, with registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day of approximately 0.65. Nursing staff turnover figures were not provided in this data set.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $55,711.00, and 1 payment denial on record for this facility. There is no abuse icon flagged and no Special Focus Facility status noted for this facility in the data provided.
The Orchards At Big Rapids is part of The Orchards Michigan chain, which operates 15 facilities with a chain-wide average overall rating of 1.9 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months according to this data.
Source: CMS 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?
The Orchards At Big Rapids has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Michigan state average of 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 hours per resident per day are approximately 3.31, including about 0.65 RN hours per resident per day; the staffing rating is 2 out of 5 stars. Turnover data was not reported.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $55,711.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No abuse icon or Special Focus status is noted for this facility in the available data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 100 beds and has an average daily census of 78.8 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 Orchards Michigan chain, which includes 15 facilities with a chain-wide average rating of 1.9 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on January 15, 1987.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating along with three component ratings — health inspections (3 stars), staffing (2 stars), and quality measures (3 stars) — which combine to form the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This data does not specify service offerings; contact the facility at 2317963185 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 2317963185 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235459?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.