Skilled Nursing
Kaneohe, HI · 44 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Kaneohe's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,470–$18,160/mo
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Maluhia
1027 Hala Drive, Honolulu, HI 96817 · Honolulu County
95
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 55% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of Honolulu's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Maluhia is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Honolulu, HI, with 158 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day. It operates as part of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.65 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,278 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.96 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Honolulu for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 158
- Avg. residents/day
- 87
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 125009
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,470–$18,160/mo (median $15,870) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Urban Honolulu prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.96
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.65
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 27.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 1
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,278)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-04-25Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2024-07-03Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2024-07-03Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-07-03Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2024-07-03Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-25 | Fine | $8,278 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
1027 Hala Drive, Honolulu, HI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Maluhia
How much does Maluhia cost?
Maluhia does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Honolulu, HI area typically runs $14,470–$18,160 per month (median $15,870, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Maluhia's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Maluhia 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Maluhia?
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Maluhia?
Maluhia has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Maluhia have availability?
Typically 55% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Maluhia offer?
Maluhia in Honolulu, HI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 158 beds.
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