The Willows At Howell
Howell, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235707) · 56 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (517) 552-9323 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Willows At Howell holds a CMS overall rating of 5 stars, above the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
The Willows At Howell reports 3.85 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.27 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 34.4%.
The Willows At Howell has no federal fines on record and no payment denials according to CMS data. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not part of the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
The Willows At Howell is a 56-bed skilled nursing facility in Howell, Livingston County, Michigan, with an average daily census of 54.5 residents. It is a for-profit corporation, certified by CMS since September 2015 to accept both Medicare and Medicaid. The facility is part of Trilogy Health Services, a chain of 123 facilities nationally, which carries an average CMS rating of 4.2 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare data, The Willows At Howell holds an overall rating of 5 stars, above the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars. Its component ratings are: 4 stars for health inspections, 5 stars for quality measures, and 4 stars for staffing.
Nurse staffing levels are reported at 3.84745 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.27352 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 34.4%.
On penalties, CMS records show no federal fines on record for this facility (0 fines totaling $0.00) and no payment denials. There is no abuse icon flagged, and the facility is not listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which designates homes with a history of persistent quality problems subject to increased inspection oversight.
Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator. Families should verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare, as CMS data is updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Willows At Howell has a CMS overall rating of 5 stars, which is above the Michigan state average of 3.12 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, this facility is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.84745 hours per resident per day, including 1.27352 RN hours, with a CMS staffing rating of 4 stars; nursing turnover is 34.4%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show zero fines totaling $0.00 and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 56 beds and has an average daily census of 54.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of Trilogy Health Services, a chain of 123 facilities with an average CMS rating of 4.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on September 28, 2015.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on health inspections (4 stars), staffing (4 stars), quality measures (5 stars), and an overall composite rating (5 stars) for this facility.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at (517) 552-9323 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
CMS data does not include tour details; contact the facility at (517) 552-9323 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest official ratings and inspection details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235707?state=MI.
Did ownership change recently, and could that affect the ratings shown?
No, ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so the current ratings reflect the current operator.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.