About Life Care Center Of Hilo
Nursing home overview and details
Life Care Center Of Hilo is a for-profit nursing home in Hilo, HI, serving Hawaii County and the surrounding community. The facility has 252 certified beds with an average daily census of 224.2 residents.
Life Care Center Of Hilo has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1993, bringing 33 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, which provides administrative support and oversight.
The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Hilo, HI, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Life Care Center Of Hilo has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.
Health Inspection
Below Average
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Life Care Center Of Hilo provides 3.65 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.95 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 30.7%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 23.8%. Weekend staffing averages 3.22 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Life Care Center Of Hilo has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. However, 2 infection control deficiencies have been noted during health inspections. Infection control is a critical measure of patient safety, particularly for vulnerable elderly populations.
Doctors at Life Care Center Of Hilo
11 affiliated physicians
Dr. Michelle Ojiri, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. David Nakamura, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Chrissy Capati, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Matthew Dykema, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Anna Maisu, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Sydney Tatsuno, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Kevin Kurohara, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Royal Johnson, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Keith Thompson, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Olivia Kapono, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Craig Shikuma, MD
Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Life Care Center Of Hilo
What is the CMS rating for Life Care Center Of Hilo?
Life Care Center Of Hilo has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Life Care Center Of Hilo have?
Life Care Center Of Hilo has 252 certified beds with an average daily census of 224.2 residents.
What type of facility is Life Care Center Of Hilo?
Life Care Center Of Hilo is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Hawaii County in Hilo, HI.
How many doctors practice at Life Care Center Of Hilo?
11 physicians are affiliated with Life Care Center Of Hilo. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Life Care Center Of Hilo have any safety concerns?
Life Care Center Of Hilo has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·