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Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center

5170 South Vandalia, Tulsa, OK 74135 · Tulsa County

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 67% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tulsa

Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tulsa, OK, with 106 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day. It operates as part of the Selectis Health network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.07 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.25 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 87.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $15,766 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.07 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • High staff turnover (87.4%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Tulsa, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
106
Avg. residents/day
71
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Selectis Health
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
375172

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$6,220–$8,490/mo (median $7,140)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,490–$7,990/mo (median $4,900)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tulsa prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.07
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.25
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
87.4%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
4
Federal fines
1 ($15,766)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2024-11-26
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-07-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-05-15Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-11-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-11-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2023-11-01Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

2023-11-01Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2023-11-01Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

DateTypeAmount
2025-05-15Fine$15,766

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy

Location

5170 South Vandalia, Tulsa, OK

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Common questions about Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center

How much does Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center cost?

Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tulsa, OK area typically runs $6,220–$8,490 per month (median $7,140, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 4.07 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 87.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center?

Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center offer?

Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center in Tulsa, OK offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 106 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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