Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Life Care Center Of Kona
78-6957 Kamehameha III Road · Kailua Kona, HI 96740 · 94 certified beds
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Public record
CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
29
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Inspection history (44)
September 21, 2023 · D
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-21.GOVSeptember 21, 2023 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-21.GOVSeptember 21, 2023 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0625Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 under CMS tag F0625 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-21.GOVJune 9, 2022 · E
Citation F0886Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0886 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-06-09.GOVJune 9, 2022 · D
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0661Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0661 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-06-09.GOVJune 9, 2022 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-06-09.GOVJune 9, 2022 · D
Citation F0622Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-09 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Penalties
Total fines on file: $27,612
Staffing
Latest: 3.94 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
- 2025Q43.94 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.94 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
CMS Care Compare chain: Life Care Centers Of America
Chain ID 311 · 194 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 3.5
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.9
- Chain average staffing rating: 3.3
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.5
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Life Care Centers Of America, INC.
chain · PAC 6608783543
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Typical cost
Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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