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.
North Woods Nursing Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Farwell, Michigan with 71 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACKERMAN, AMY | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| ACKERMAN, RICKY | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| BAUMGARTEN, MICHAEL | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| BAUMGARTEN, THERESE | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PEPLINSKI, SHELI | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PEPLINSKI, TODD | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, JEFFERY | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, TAMARA | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| THOMPSON, BRIAN | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| THOMPSON, SHELLY | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 10% | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PEPLINSKI, TODD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, JEFFERY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| THOMPSON, BRIAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| ACKERMAN, RICKY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PEPLINSKI, TODD | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, JEFFERY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| THOMPSON, BRIAN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| ACKERMAN, RICKY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PAINTER, DAWN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 10, 2023 |
| SCHADE, JEFFERY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SOLAREWICZ, MACIEJ | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2024 |
| THOMPSON, BRIAN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| WINKELS, KATHY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 6, 2016 |
| NWNC ESTATES, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PLANTE & MORAN PLLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Apr 3, 2025 |
| THE PEPLINSKI GROUP INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Mar 10, 2025 |
| ACKERMAN, AMY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| ACKERMAN, RICKY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| BAUMGARTEN, MICHAEL | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| BAUMGARTEN, THERESE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PAINTER, DAWN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 10, 2023 |
| PEPLINSKI, SHELI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| PEPLINSKI, TODD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, JEFFERY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SCHADE, TAMARA | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| SOLAREWICZ, MACIEJ | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2024 |
| THOMPSON, BRIAN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| THOMPSON, SHELLY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
| WINKELS, KATHY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2012 |
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