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Iron River Care Center

330 Lincoln Avenue, Iron River, MI, 49935

CMS ownership records associate this facility with Friedman, Benjamin · For profit - Corporation.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 1-star overall rating for Iron River Care Center, with 43 inspection citations on record (4 higher severity). Federal records include $42,575 and 2 payment-denial records in the current dataset.
CMS overall
1
of 5
Health inspection
1
of 5
Staffing
2
of 5
Quality measures
3
of 5
Certified beds
69
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall1 of 5
Health inspection1 of 5
Staffing2 of 5
Quality measures3 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 1
15
Iron Co. avg 2.5Michigan avg 3.17This facility
This facility: 1 of 5. Iron Co. avg: 2.5. Michigan avg: 3.17.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

43
Citations on record
4
Higher severity (G–L)
14
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
142023
172024
102025
22026
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

1 record · $42,575 total · Aug 24, 2023
  1. Aug 24, 2023$42,575

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

2 records · 52 days total · Aug 24, 2023–Aug 14, 2025
  1. Aug 14, 202532 days
  2. Aug 24, 202320 days

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)45.63%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)4.54%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)5.05%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Friedman, Benjamin5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Friedman, BenjaminW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Friedman, BenjaminCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Friedman, BenjaminCORPORATE OFFICER

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Iron County.

330 Lincoln Avenue, Iron River
Iron County · MI · 49935
69 certified beds46.0901, -88.6270

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Oceana County Medical Care Facility
CCN 235002
Hart, MI555Not shown$0
Manistee County Medical Care Facility
CCN 235003
Manistee, MI555Not shown$0
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Muskegon
CCN 235004
Muskegon, MI223Not shown$0
Maples Benzie County Medical Care
CCN 235005
Frankfort, MI535Not shown$1,398
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU
CCN 235006
Gaylord, MI444Not shown$0
Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility
CCN 235008
Coldwater, MI545Not shown$0

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Frequently asked questions

What is Iron River Care Center's CMS rating?

Iron River Care Center has a 1-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 1 for health inspections, 2 for staffing, and 3 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Iron River Care Center located?

Iron River Care Center is located at 330 Lincoln Avenue, Iron River, MI, 49935 in Iron County, and CMS lists 69 certified beds.

Does Iron River Care Center have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $42,575 in federal fine amounts and 2 payment-denial records for Iron River Care Center over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Iron River Care Center's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Iron River Care Center's CMS overall rating is 1 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 2.5 across 2 facilities in Iron County, and 3.17 across Michigan. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Iron River Care Center's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Iron River Care Center's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
235601
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Certified beds
69
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 43 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Feb 3, 20260657DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 12, 2026
Feb 3, 20260697GComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 12, 2026
Aug 14, 20250628EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250645DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250656DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250657EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 7, 2025
Aug 14, 20250684DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250689DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250695DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250868FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Aug 14, 20250880FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionDec 16, 2025
Aug 14, 20250921DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 17, 2025
Dec 23, 20240584EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJan 8, 2025
Aug 28, 20240551DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240690DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240565DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240609DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240610DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240623DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240625DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240656DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240689DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240699DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240755EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Aug 28, 20240756EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 30, 2024
Showing the 25 most recent of 43 citations.

How to verify this data

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  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

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