Studebaker Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 30/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Norwalk facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Studebaker Healthcare Center provides above-average staffing with 4.48 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 87 deficiencies at Studebaker Healthcare Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.48 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.28 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.16 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.04 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.82 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.20 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0773 Severity DProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.Dec 1, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarDec 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0585 Severity EHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eSep 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Sep 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0713 Severity DProvide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.Sep 9, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 4.6% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.6% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 13.1% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.1% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 12.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $27,378
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 30 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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