nursing home in Honolulu, HI
Leahi Hospital
3675 Kilauea Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 · (808) 733-8000
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Leahi Hospital at a glance
Leahi Hospital is a 155-bed government nursing home in Honolulu, Hawaii (Honolulu County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Hawaii average of 3.7.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 25, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Hawaii average is 9.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 17.7% per year (state average 36.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 155
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1969
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Honolulu County
- CMS Certification Number
- 125010
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.55 hrs | 4.97 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.82 hrs | 1.75 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 2.88 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.66 hrs | 4.41 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.7% | 36.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.6% | 31.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 67.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,339 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 155 | 101 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 60.1% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 1.9% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.5% | 11.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.6% | 20.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.3% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 6.2% | 9.1% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.9% | 17.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 96.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Hawaii avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.6% | 84.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.9% | 82.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| July 25, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| September 14, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 30, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 5, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/03/2007 |
| AZAMA, GARET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| CHUN, BRADLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| SUNADA, JARED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| TSUNEISHI, LANI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| WALKER, KEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| WOO, JASON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| AKIYOSHI, DEREK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2014 |
| HAMAMOTO, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| ROSEN, LINDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2014 |
| SANADA, SEAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/03/2007 |
| GONZALES, VIOLETA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/22/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Leahi Hospital's rating?
Leahi Hospital has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Hawaii nursing homes is 3.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Leahi Hospital receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Hawaii average of 9.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Leahi Hospital accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Leahi Hospital?
It is government - state and part of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Leahi Hospital and how do I contact it?
Leahi Hospital is at 3675 Kilauea Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816. Phone: (808) 733-8000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.