A

Kulana Malama

91-1360 KARAYAN STREET, EWA BEACH, HI 96706
Score: 89 / 100

Among nursing homes in Hawaii, Kulana Malama stands out with an A grade and a score of 89 out of 100. It ranks in the 79th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Kulana Malama exceed national averages, with 11.10 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 5.71 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent CMS inspections identified 25 deficiencies at Kulana Malama, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 11.10 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 5.71 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.31 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 5.08 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 10.45 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 5.04 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

25
Total Deficiencies
Sep 25, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Sep 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0726 Severity J
    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.
    Jun 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jun 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jun 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0713 Severity D
    Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.
    Jun 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 0.6% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 0.0% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
Excessive weight loss 4.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 3.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $14,069

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 89 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -1 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
33
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 5, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12