Nursing homes in Gaylord, MI
Compare 2 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Gaylord, part of the Otsego area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents of Gaylord, Michigan, and the surrounding Otsego County area have access to two state-licensed nursing homes for long-term care. According to recent data from CMS Care Compare, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars. Within the 49735 ZIP code, the highest-performing facility is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU, which currently maintains a 4-star rating based on federal quality standards and inspections.
Rating distribution
avg 3.5★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Gaylord
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Gaylord
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU at 4★.
- 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Gaylord
| Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital LTCU MUNSON HEALTHCARE OTSEGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Medilodge of Gaylord MEDILODGE · Medium · For Profit | 3.0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
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