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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

B
Grade
54
Score
CMS Ratings
11.7/22
Staffing Quality
16.7/20
Quality Measures
0.0/22
Compliance
18.0/18
Safety
5.0/13
Availability
6.0/10

Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate86.1%
300
Total Beds
258
Occupied
42
Available

Basic Information

Address:

1031 MICHIGAN AVE

BUFFALO, NY 14203

Number of Beds:

300

Estimated Occupancy:

86% (~42 available)

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:2/5 Stars
Health Inspection:1/5 Stars
Staffing Rating:5/5 Stars
Quality Measures:4/5 Stars

Safety Information

Abuse Issues:Yes - Has Issues
Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

335834

Provider Type:

Medicare and Medicaid

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

1.16

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

5.41

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 1.16hLPN: 1.11hAide: 3.13h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Below Average

This Facility

31.6%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 16.7%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Detailed Quality Measures

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Critical Deficiencies Found

This facility has 2 deficiency citations involving actual harm to residents. Review these carefully before making a decision.

Total Deficiencies

54

Inspections

4

Critical

2

High

2

Sep 16, 2024 - Health Survey

22 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0580

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0625

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0700

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0835

Administration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0867

Administration Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Critical - Actual HarmTag F0600

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.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
High - Widespread PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0760

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0580

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0625

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0700

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0835

Administration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0867

Administration Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Critical - Actual HarmTag F0600

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.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
High - Widespread PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0760

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2024From Complaint

May 22, 2024 - Health Survey

2 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Jun 30, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Jun 30, 2024From Complaint

Aug 30, 2022 - Health Survey

14 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0688

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.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0756

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0688

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.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0756

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0758

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0886

Infection Control Deficiencies

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0758

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0886

Infection Control Deficiencies

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Oct 28, 2022

Jan 22, 2020 - Health Survey

16 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0804

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0584

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.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0688

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.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0804

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0584

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.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020
Medium - PatternTag F0688

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.

Corrected: Mar 21, 2020

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Total fines: $129,149

FineSeptember 16, 2024

$129,149

Data processed: August 1, 2026

About Penalties: This data comes from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and shows fines and payment denials issued for health and safety violations. Penalties indicate serious deficiencies that required enforcement action.

Key Highlights

👨‍⚕
Above Average RN Staffing
1.16 RN hours per resident/day (national avg: 0.64)
Low Staff Turnover
31.6% (national avg: 46.6%)
🛏
Beds Available
Approximately 42 beds potentially available

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY?

HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY has 300 certified beds. The facility averages 258 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 86%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is non profit - corporation owned.

How can I contact HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY?

You can call HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY at (716)748-3101. The facility is located at 1031 MICHIGAN AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14203.

What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?

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