MEADOWLAKE ESTATES
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Meadowlake Estates has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. They rank #242 out of 282 facilities in Oklahoma, placing them in the bottom half, and #7 out of 10 in Cleveland County, which means only three local facilities are rated worse. The situation at Meadowlake Estates is worsening, with the number of issues increasing from 6 in 2024 to 11 in 2025. Staffing is average with a 3/5 rating, and a 60% turnover rate aligns closely with the state's average. However, the facility has faced concerning fines totaling $46,010, which is higher than 81% of Oklahoma facilities, indicating repeated compliance problems. There have been critical safety incidents, including a resident who exited the facility unnoticed due to a broken door and another who choked on food that did not meet their dietary requirements. While there is some average RN coverage, families should weigh these serious deficiencies against the strengths when considering this facility for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Oklahoma
- #242/282
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 60% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $46,010 in fines. Lower than most Oklahoma facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 13 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Oklahoma. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 37 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below Oklahoma average (2.6)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
14pts above Oklahoma avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Above median ($33,413)
Moderate penalties - review what triggered them
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
12 points above Oklahoma average of 48%
The Ugly 37 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were bathed as scheduled for 1 (#1) of 5 sampled residents reviewed for assistance with ADLs.
The DON ident...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to:
a. provide incontinent care to prevent a moisture associated pressure ulcer for 1 (#5); and
b. ensure care was provided as o...
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Jan 2025
9 deficiencies
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
On 01/03/25, an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was determined to exist related to the facility's failure to follow Resident #10's minced and moist level 5 diet which resulted in the resident chokin...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure MDS entry tracking was completed per RAI guidelines for one ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident assessments were accurately coded for one (#111) of...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide incontinent care in a manner to prevent UTI's for one (#42) of four sampled residents observed during incontinent care...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure oxygen was administered as ordered and a concentrator had a filter and was dust free for one (#1) of one sampled resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure a outdated medication was removed from stock for one of one me...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the walk in freezer was in safe operating condition.
The DON identified 106 residents received services from the kitchen.
Findings:
On...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure:
a. raw meat items were stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination;
b. dented cans were removed from circulation...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to:
a. provide incontinent care in a manner which preven...
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Feb 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0620
(Tag F0620)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to obtain signatures by the responsible party on admissions agreements...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to post nurse staffing information, which included all the required components, in an area where it could be reviewed by all residents and visit...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0661
(Tag F0661)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a discharge summary was completed for five (#41, 44, 99, and...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to provide enough staff on a 24-hour basis to meet the needs of the residents for one (#48) of six residents reviewed for ADL ca...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to follow physician orders to provide diabetic residents with an HS snack and ensure snacks were served to all residents at times...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents' call lights were in reach for five (#3, 5, 21, 50 and #64) of five sampled residents who were reviewed for ...
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Nov 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure an appointment was scheduled for a resident to see a specialist for one (#75) of one sampled resident reviewed for choices.
ADON #1...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure neurological checks were completed after a fal...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure there was ongoing communication with the dialysis center and ongoing assessment of a resident after dialysis for one (#363) of one s...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Res #79 had diagnoses which included diabetes.
A facility Documentation - Clinical policy, revised 01/12/2020, documented in...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident records were accurate for two (#51 and #98) of two ...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
1 IJ (1 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
On 09/14/23 at 10:50 a.m., the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) confirmed the existence an immediate jeopardy situation existed due to the facilities failure to have a system in place to ens...
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Apr 2023
5 deficiencies
3 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** On 04/26/23, an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was determined to exist related to the facility's failure to notify physician ...
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CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** On [DATE], an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was determined to exist related to the facility's failure to administer a cardia...
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CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
On 04/26/23, an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was determined to exist related to the facility's failure to maintain adequate supply of Eliquis (apixaban) to meet the needs of residents. Resident #...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff demonstrated proper infection control practices related to changing gloves and performing hand hygiene when hand...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0800
(Tag F0800)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure adequate amount of food was prepared and that adequate portion size was offered to residents.
The DON identified 99 r...
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Dec 2022
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to assess a change in the resident's skin condition for one (#201) of four sampled residents reviewed for wound care.
The regional nurse iden...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure incontinent care was provided in a manner which removed all stool from a resident for one (#1) of six sampled residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure timely transportation to the facility from dialysis for one (#7) of one sampled residents reviewed for dialysis.
The Resident Census...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to administer medications as ordered by the physician for one (#96) of six sampled resident reviewed for medication.
The Resident Census and C...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure meals were served in a timely manner for one of two meal services observed.
The regional nurse identified 104 resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0925
(Tag F0925)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a pest free environment for two (#88 and #202) of 32 sampled residents reviewed for pest control.
The Resident's Census...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
5. Resident #77 had diagnoses which included non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with necrosis of bone, pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4, and unspecified atrial fibrilla...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0745
(Tag F0745)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure physician ordered appointments were scheduled for two (#47 and #72) of three sampled residents reviewed for outside appointments.
T...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. Resident #301 had diagnoses that included anoxic brain injury.
Resident #301's significant change assessment, dated 10/22/22, documented the resident required total assistance with all mobility adl...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 5 life-threatening violation(s), $46,010 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 37 deficiencies on record, including 5 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $46,010 in fines. Higher than 94% of Oklahoma facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Meadowlake Estates's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MEADOWLAKE ESTATES an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Oklahoma, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Meadowlake Estates Staffed?
CMS rates MEADOWLAKE ESTATES's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 60%, which is 14 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Meadowlake Estates?
State health inspectors documented 37 deficiencies at MEADOWLAKE ESTATES during 2022 to 2025. These included: 5 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 32 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Meadowlake Estates?
MEADOWLAKE ESTATES is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by STONEGATE SENIOR LIVING, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 124 certified beds and approximately 109 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma.
How Does Meadowlake Estates Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, MEADOWLAKE ESTATES's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (60%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Meadowlake Estates?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Meadowlake Estates Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MEADOWLAKE ESTATES has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 5 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Meadowlake Estates Stick Around?
Staff turnover at MEADOWLAKE ESTATES is high. At 60%, the facility is 14 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Meadowlake Estates Ever Fined?
MEADOWLAKE ESTATES has been fined $46,010 across 4 penalty actions. The Oklahoma average is $33,539. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Meadowlake Estates on Any Federal Watch List?
MEADOWLAKE ESTATES is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.