SAMUEL MAHELONA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital is a government-owned, state-operated skilled nursing and care facility located at 4800 Kawaihau Road in Kapaa, Hawaii, within Kauai County. The facility holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid and maintains 66 certified beds. As a state government facility, it operates under public administration rather than private or nonprofit governance. The facility holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which represents the highest tier in the CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings, each of which also received 5 stars. The health inspection rating reflects results from onsite inspections conducted by state survey agencies on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is based on nursing hours per resident per day, including both registered nurse and total nurse staffing levels. The quality measure rating is derived from clinical data points related to resident health outcomes. All three components achieving a 5-star rating places this facility at the top tier across all measured categories. Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid payments. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing facility stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to residents who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria as determined by the state of Hawaii. Individuals and families seeking information about payment options or eligibility should consult directly with the facility's billing department or a qualified benefits counselor. Compared to national averages, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital performs above the baseline across all CMS rating categories. The national average overall CMS star rating for skilled nursing facilities is 3.0 stars. This facility's 5-star overall rating, along with its 5-star ratings in health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, positions it above the national midpoint in every measured area. Located in a rural area of the Hawaiian Islands, it serves as one of the primary long-term and post-acute care resources for Kauai County residents. Those seeking additional information about the facility can contact the facility directly at (808) 822-4961.