The Lakeland Center
Southfield, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235589) · 91 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: 1 totaling $15,926
Phone: (248) 350-8070 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Lakeland Center has a CMS overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below Michigan's state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 2 out of 5.
The Lakeland Center reports total nurse staffing of about 3.69 hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 62.4%. CMS gives the facility a staffing rating of 2 out of 5.
CMS records show one federal fine for The Lakeland Center totaling $15,926.00, with no payment denials on record. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation noted in the available CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
The Lakeland Center is a 91-bed skilled nursing facility in Southfield, Oakland County, Michigan, with an average of 87 residents. It is operated as a for-profit corporation and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid, having first been approved for certification on March 4, 1999.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Lakeland Center holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Michigan state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is also 1 out of 5. The facility's quality measure rating is stronger at 4 out of 5, while its staffing rating is 2 out of 5. Total nurse staffing is reported at 3.687 hours per resident per day, with registered nurse time at 0.560 hours per resident per day, and nursing staff turnover of 62.4% over the reporting period.
CMS records show one federal fine totaling $15,926.00 for this facility, and no payment denials on record. No abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation is indicated in the available data.
The Lakeland Center is part of the Optalis Health & Rehabilitation chain, which operates 36 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.4 out of 5. CMS data indicates no change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings should reflect the present operator.
Families are encouraged to review the full inspection history and quality measures directly on Medicare Care Compare for the most current details on The Lakeland Center.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Lakeland Center has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan state average of 3.12.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, The Lakeland Center is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.69 hours per resident per day, with 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, and turnover of 62.4%. CMS rates staffing 2 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records one fine totaling $15,926.00 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 Facility status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Lakeland Center has 91 certified beds and an average of 87 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Optalis Health & Rehabilitation chain, which includes 36 facilities with an average rating of 2.4 out of 5.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on March 4, 1999.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality (1/5 here), health inspections (1/5), staffing (2/5), and quality measures (4/5), each reflecting different aspects of care.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service types; contact the facility at (248) 350-8070 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data set does not include tour details; contact the facility at (248) 350-8070 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view current ratings and inspection details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235589?state=MI.
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.