Jefferson, LA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Jefferson's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,460–$8,780/mo
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Metairie Health Care Center
6401 Riverside Drive, Metairie, LA 70003 · Jefferson County
Metairie Health Care Center is dedicated to providing specialized rehabilitation and skilled nursing services in a caring, comfortable, and clean environment. Our team of highly trained rehabilitation and nursing staff are focused on short-term transitional goals for your successful return …
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 44% 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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Metairie Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Metairie, LA, with 202 certified beds and an average of about 89 residents per day. It operates as part of the Inspired Healthcare Management network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.60 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.13 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $132,895 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.60 hrs/resident/day)
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
- •$132,895 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Metairie options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 202
- Avg. residents/day
- 89
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Inspired Healthcare Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195278
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 | $7,460–$8,780/mo (median $7,920) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New Orleans 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
- 3.60
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.13
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 45%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- 2 ($132,895)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-12-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2025-12-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-09-03Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
2025-09-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-19 | Fine | $72,360 |
| 2024-12-19 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-01-26 | Fine | $60,535 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
6401 Riverside Drive, Metairie, LA
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Metairie Health Care Center
How much does Metairie Health Care Center cost?
Metairie Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Metairie, LA area typically runs $7,460–$8,780 per month (median $7,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Metairie Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Metairie Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Metairie Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.60 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Metairie Health Care Center?
Metairie Health Care Center has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Metairie Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 44% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Metairie Health Care Center offer?
Metairie Health Care Center in Metairie, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 202 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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