KENNEDY CARE CENTER

Kennedy Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 619 N. Fairfax Ave in Los Angeles, California 90036. The facility operates with 97 certified beds and is owned by a for-profit limited liability company. Kennedy Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it accessible to a broad range of residents requiring long-term or post-acute care. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Kennedy Care Center received a 1-star rating in health inspections, indicating a greater number or severity of deficiencies found during state surveys compared to most facilities nationally. The staffing rating stands at 2 stars, reflecting staffing levels that fall below national norms when adjusted for resident acuity. The quality measure rating, however, is notably higher at 5 stars, indicating that clinical quality outcomes reported for residents at this facility compare favorably to national benchmarks. This component covers measures such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other clinical indicators tracked by CMS. Kennedy Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which is relevant for residents who rely on federal health insurance or state-administered assistance programs for long-term care coverage. Families and individuals seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (323) 383-9897 to inquire about current availability, private pay rates, and any additional accepted insurance arrangements. When considered in the context of national averages, Kennedy Care Center presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating places it below the national average of 3.0 stars, largely influenced by low scores in health inspections and staffing. However, the 5-star quality measure rating distinguishes the facility in clinical outcome reporting. Prospective residents and their families are advised to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility, which includes detailed inspection reports and staffing data, in order to make a fully informed assessment.