Southland
Norwalk, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 555070) · 120 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 2 totaling $38,376
Phone: (562) 868-9761 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Southland in Norwalk, CA has a CMS Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, below the California state average of 3.16. Its Health Inspection rating is also 1 star, while its Staffing rating is 4 stars.
Southland reports total nurse staffing of 4.40 hours per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS Staffing Rating of 4 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 41.7%.
CMS records show Southland has 2 federal fines totaling $38,376.00, with no payment denials on record. This facility does not currently show a CMS abuse icon or Special Focus status flag in the provided data.
About this facility
Southland is a 120-certified-bed nursing home in Norwalk, California (Los Angeles County), operating as a for-profit limited liability company and certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since June 15, 1977. The facility's average daily resident count is 113.6.
According to CMS Care Compare, Southland holds an Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the California state average of 3.16. Its Health Inspection Rating is also 1 star, while its Quality Measure Rating is 4 stars and its Staffing Rating is 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse staffing of 4.40 hours per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 41.7%.
On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $38,376.00 for this facility. There are no payment denials on record.
Southland is part of The Ensign Group, a chain of 342 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.2 stars across the chain. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Families should note the gap between the facility's low Overall and Health Inspection ratings and its higher Staffing and Quality Measure ratings, and are encouraged to review the full inspection history on Medicare Care Compare. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Southland has a CMS Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the California state average of 3.16.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Southland is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.40 hours per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours per resident per day, with a Staffing Rating of 4 stars; nursing staff turnover is 41.7%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $38,376.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Southland has 120 certified beds and an average daily census of 113.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
Southland is a for-profit LLC and is part of The Ensign Group, a chain of 342 facilities with an average rating of 3.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
Southland was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on June 15, 1977.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Overall, Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures; Southland scores 1, 1, 4, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines like short-term rehabilitation; contact the facility at 5628689761 to confirm.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 5628689761 and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Southland's full profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/555070?state=CA.
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.