Quick answers
- Where is Wellspring Lutheran Services?
- 725 West Genesee, Frankenmuth, MI 48734, in Saginaw County, Michigan.
- What is the phone number of Wellspring Lutheran Services?
- (989) 652-9951, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Wellspring Lutheran Services?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Wellspring Lutheran Services been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Wellspring Lutheran Services.
- What did inspectors find at Wellspring Lutheran Services?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 4, 2023 to August 14, 2025), Medicare lists 26 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 4, 2023 to August 14, 2025), Wellspring Lutheran Services had 26 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.96 hours per resident per day; the Michigan average is 4.03 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: August 14, 2025 — 11 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 14, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 11 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0578 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0759 Level E
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0921 Level E
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0694 Level D
“Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
Previous cycle: July 25, 2024 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 25, 2024 (standard health inspection); August 14, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 10 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0921 Level F
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Earlier cycle: August 4, 2023 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 4, 2023 (standard health inspection); July 25, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0804 Level E
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0712 Level D
“Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (15)
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0015 Level F
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0355 Level F
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0232 Level E
“Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0781 Level E
“Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Michigan | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.65 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.71 | 0.89 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.60 | 2.36 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.96 | 4.03 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.65 | 3.50 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.45 | 0.49 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 46.5% | 44.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 25.0% | 39.2% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 2.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 83 |
| Average residents per day | 47.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Lutheran Homes of Michigan, Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1976-03-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 725 West Genesee, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 |
| County | Saginaw County |
| State | Michigan |
| Phone | (989) 652‑9951 |
| CMS Certification Number | 235269 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Medilodge of Frankenmuth0.2 mi · Frankenmuth, MI · 2 of 5 stars
- Avista Nursing and Rehabilitation8.1 mi · Saginaw, MI · 2 of 5 stars
- Maple Woods Manor9.6 mi · Clio, MI · 1 of 5 stars
- Medilodge of Montrose Inc13 mi · Montrose, MI · 1 of 5 stars
- Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre13 mi · Saginaw, MI · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw12 mi · Saginaw, MI · Acute Care Hospital
- Covenant Medical Center12 mi · Saginaw, MI · Acute Care Hospital
- Healthsource Saginaw17 mi · Saginaw, MI · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13