The Orchards At Northwest
Detroit, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235539) · 154 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $15,889
Phone: (313) 273-8764 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Orchards At Northwest has a CMS overall star rating of 1 out of 5, below the Michigan state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 1 out of 5 and its staffing rating is 1 out of 5.
The Orchards At Northwest reports total nurse staffing of about 3.62 hours per resident per day, including 0.22 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing star rating of 1 out of 5. CMS data provided does not include a nursing turnover percentage for this facility.
CMS records show The Orchards At Northwest has 1 federal fine on record totaling $15,889.00, with 0 payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus Status was indicated in the data provided for this facility.
About this facility
The Orchards At Northwest is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since September 1993. The facility has 154 certified beds and an average daily census of 115.8 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Michigan state average of 3.12. The health inspection rating is also 1 out of 5, while the quality measure (QM) rating is 4 out of 5. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.62, with registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day of 0.22. CMS data provided does not include a nursing turnover percentage for this facility.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $15,889.00 for this facility, and 0 payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus Status designation was present in the data provided for this facility.
The Orchards At Northwest is part of The Orchards Michigan chain, which operates 15 facilities with an average chain rating of 1.9 out of 5. CMS data indicates no change in ownership within the past 12 months for this facility.
This profile is based on data from CMS Medicare Care Compare; families should verify current details directly on Care Compare and by contacting the facility.
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 Northwest has an overall rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Michigan state average of 3.12.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.62 hours per resident per day, including 0.22 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5; CMS data provided does not include a turnover percentage.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $15,889.00 and 0 payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Orchards At Northwest has 154 certified beds with an average of 115.8 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 an average rating of 1.9 out of 5.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on September 2, 1993.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS assigns separate ratings for health inspections (1/5), staffing (1/5), quality measures (4/5), and an overall rating (1/5) combining these factors.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not available in the CMS data provided; contact the facility at 3132738764 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This information is not covered by the CMS data provided; contact the facility at 3132738764 to arrange a tour.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235539?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.