Oakland County, Michigan · Nursing home
Medilodge of Southfield
1 of 5 overall from CMS
26715 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.23 hours Above the state average of 3.99
- Nursing staff who left in a year 53.0% Above the state average of 44.1%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 91 5 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $185,734 3 fines
- Certified beds in use 79.6% of 182 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Medilodge of Southfield is a 182-bed nursing home in Southfield, Michigan (Oakland County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 4.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Michigan average of 3.99. CMS lists 3 fines totaling $185,734 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 182
- Residents per day (average)
- 144.9
- Certified since
- 1976 (50 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Medilodge (53 homes)CMS abuse citation icon: Yes
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
- Abuse citation icon. CMS assigns this icon when a home was cited for abuse where residents were found to be harmed, on its most recent standard inspection or on a complaint or infection-control inspection in the past 12 months, or was cited for abuse with potential harm in that period and again in the period before. Signs of abuse and how to report it
These labels are shown as CMS publishes them. They describe the inspection record, not what has changed since.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Medilodge of Southfield
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 3 fines totaling $185,734 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 19 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Aug 15, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Michigan average is 9.9. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 53.0%, above the Michigan average of 44.1%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 Michigan average 3.1
- Health inspections 1 of 5 Michigan average 2.8
- Staffing 3 of 5 Michigan average 3.6
- Quality measures 3 of 5 Michigan average 3.9
The vertical line marks the Michigan average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.23 h Michigan average 3.99
- Nurse aides 2.37 h Michigan average 2.33
- Licensed practical nurses 1.29 h Michigan average 0.88
- Registered nurses 0.57 h Michigan average 0.78
- All staff, weekends 3.46 h Michigan average 3.50
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 8 hours. The vertical line marks the Michigan average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover53.0%
- Michigan average44.1%
- Registered nurse turnover60.9%
- Michigan average39.2%
- Administrators who left2
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Michigan and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Michigan | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 7.3% | 10.8% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.8% | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.0% | 4.3% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.8% | 3.0% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.7% | 95.3% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 6.4% | 12.0% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 13.7% | 19.4% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.1% | 95.0% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.8% | 5.1% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.2% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 16.4% | 14.8% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.87 | 1.84 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.85 | 1.64 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Michigan | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 70.1% | 83.3% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 62.4% | 79.5% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.6% | 24.0% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 9.9% | 11.7% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 91 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 3 were at the immediate jeopardy level and 2 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 40 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Aug 15, 2025: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 19 | 3 |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 27 | 14 |
| Aug 11, 2023 | 45 | 15 |
Michigan homes averaged 9.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (91)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 8, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 8, 2026)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 3, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 3, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance (Feb 26, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 18, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 20, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 20, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 20, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 20, 2024)
Showing the 30 most recent of 91.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | Fine | $155,597 |
| Jun 13, 2024 | Fine | $15,593 |
| Feb 14, 2024 | Fine | $14,544 |
Michigan homes averaged 0.7 fines and $29,376 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Michigan
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Medilodge of Southfield?
Medilodge of Southfield has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 3.
How many beds does Medilodge of Southfield have?
Medilodge of Southfield has 182 certified beds. It averages 144.9 residents per day, about 79.6% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Medilodge of Southfield?
The home reports 4.23 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.57 hours from registered nurses. The Michigan average is 3.99 hours and 0.78 hours from registered nurses.
Has Medilodge of Southfield been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 3 fines totaling $185,734 in the past three years.
Does Medilodge of Southfield accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Oakland County
Who to call in Michigan
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Michigan.
- Long-term care ombudsman Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP) 1-866-485-9393 (Toll-free line to reach a local ombudsman. Program office: 517-827-8040; email MLTCOP@meji.org.) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Complaint Intake Unit (Complaint Hotline) 800-882-6006 (Toll-free Complaint Hotline. Complaints can also be filed with the online form (https://apps.lara.state.mi.us/BscComplaintIntakeForm) or by mail: LARA, Bureau of Survey and Certification-Complaint Intake Section, PO Box 30838, Lansing, MI 48909.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Michigan staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 235296. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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