F

SOUTHLAND

11701 STUDEBAKER ROAD, NORWALK, CA 90650
Score: 39 / 100

With a score of 39/100, Southland ranks in the bottom tier of California nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Southland provides above-average staffing with 5.01 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 84 deficiencies at Southland. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.01 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.46 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.27 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.28 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.53 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.29 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

84
Total Deficiencies
Jan 29, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 83 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0773 Severity D
    Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
    Jan 29, 2026 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Dec 16, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jul 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.3% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 8.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 7.2% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 11.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $38,376

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 39 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
120
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
37