LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA
78-6957 KAMEHAMEHA III ROAD
KAILUA KONA HI 96740
Phone: 8083222790
For profit - Corporation
Official CMS provider data, processing date 2026-09-01. Not an endorsement.
- Overall rating vs. the Hawaii average: 0.7 star lower (3.7), below average
- Overall rating vs. the national average: level with the average (3.0)
- Overall rating vs. the Kailua Kona average: level with the average (3.0)
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.
Facility details
Size, ownership, and inspection history as reported to CMS.
| Certified beds | 94 |
| Average residents per day | 60.2 |
| Occupancy | 64% |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Chain | LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA (194 facilities) |
| County | Hawaii |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First certified for Medicare & Medicaid | 2001-10-23 |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 125052 |
| Health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle | 7 |
Staffing and turnover
Staffing hours and turnover are among the most predictive measures CMS publishes.
| Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.69 |
| Reported total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.77 |
| Registered nurse turnover | 18.2% |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 38.5% |
| Resident and family council | No |
Fines and penalties
Civil money penalties and payment denials on record, as published by CMS.
| Fines (count) | 1 |
| Fines (total value) | $27,612 |
| Payment denials | 0 |
| Total penalties | 1 |
Questions to ask LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA
- What are the staffing levels on the specific unit my relative would be admitted to, and how do they compare with the figures above?
- How many residents were transferred to hospital in the last year, and for what reasons?
- What was cited at the most recent inspection, and what has changed since?
- Does this facility accept Medicaid on admission, and what happens when private funds are exhausted?
- What is the all-in monthly cost, including therapy, pharmacy, and any ventilator or dialysis surcharges?
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Is LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA highly rated?
CMS rates it 3 out of 5 overall, which CMS labels "Average". Health inspections rate 2, staffing 4, and quality measures 5.
How many beds does LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA have?
CMS certifies 94 beds; the facility reports an average of 60.2 residents per day (about 64% occupancy).
Does LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA have any fines or citations?
Yes. CMS records $27,612 in fines and 0 payment denials for this facility.
Has LIFE CARE CENTER OF KONA been cited for abuse?
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.