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Southgate Health Care Center

900 East Ninth Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 · Massac County

Southgate is a locally owned, family-run facility that offers a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. We have been caring for Southern Illinois and Western Kentucky seniors for more than 60 years.

2.0CMS overall rating(618) 524-2683 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 66% 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Metropolis

Southgate Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Metropolis, IL, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $20,170 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Metropolis options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 140
Avg. residents/day: 93
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145386

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,920–$10,450/mo (median $8,920)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Paducah 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: 3.65; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.45; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.3%; 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): 8
Federal fines: 2 ($20,170)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-04-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-27Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-01-27Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2026-01-27Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2026-01-27Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

2026-01-27Severity E — potential for harmFrom 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.

2025-11-19Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

2025-05-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

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.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-09-13	Fine	$12,761
2023-12-11	Fine	$7,409

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs

Location

900 East Ninth Street, Metropolis, IL

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

Reviews & reputation

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Google

3.9

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Common questions about Southgate Health Care Center

How much does Southgate Health Care Center cost?

Southgate Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Metropolis, IL area typically runs $7,920–$10,450 per month (median $8,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Southgate Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Southgate Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Southgate Health Care Center?

Southgate Health Care Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Southgate Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Southgate Health Care Center offer?

Southgate Health Care Center in Metropolis, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.

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