CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.
Argentine Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Linden, Michigan with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 1998. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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.
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOVACS, EMIL | DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| KOVACS, EMIL | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| KOVACS, RUDY | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| STIVERSON, KERRI | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Dec 2, 1990 |
| KOVACS, EMIL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| KOVACS, EMIL | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| KOVACS, RUDY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| STIVERSON, KERRI | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Dec 2, 1990 |
| BLACKBURN, STEPHANIE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Oct 1, 2024 |
| BRAUN, JANET | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Dec 2, 1990 |
| CHRISTY, EDWARD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Mar 12, 2017 |
| KOVACS, EMIL | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| KOVACS, RUDY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 16, 1993 |
| MCCLURE, LEEANDRA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Sep 11, 2023 |
| STIVERSON, KERRI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Dec 2, 1990 |
| BRAUN, JANET | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Dec 2, 1990 |
| CHRISTY, EDWARD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Oct 9, 2025 |
| KOVACS, EMIL | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 21, 2024 |
| MCCLURE, LEEANDRA | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Sep 11, 2023 |
| STIVERSON, KERRI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Mar 3, 2025 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Argentine Care Center and nearby alternatives.
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