Medilodge of Southfield
26715 Greenfield Rd · Southfield, MI · 48076 · 2485570050
182 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Medilodge
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $155,597 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$155,597 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.39 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.57 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $330,727 |
Inspection citations (96 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
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.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2025
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.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 15, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 15, 2025 | Fine | $155,597 |
| June 13, 2024 | Fine | $15,593 |
| February 14, 2024 | Fine | $14,544 |
| July 21, 2023 | Fine | $144,993 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235296 · certified since July 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.