All citations for Amethyst Health of Algoma

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

March 25, 2026

Showing 1 to 11 of 11 citations

  1. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

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

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Health citation F-0812, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  2. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  3. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  4. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0711, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  5. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  6. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 1, 2025).

  7. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

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

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  8. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0354, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  9. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

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

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Health citation F-0690, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  10. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0293, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

  11. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 7, 2025).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.