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Palolo Chinese Home

2459 10TH Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 · Honolulu County

Palolo Chinese Home provides senior care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services in Honolulu, Hawaii.

3.0CMS overall rating(808) 737-2555 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (98 of 113 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Honolulu

Palolo Chinese Home is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Honolulu, HI, with 113 certified beds and an average of about 98 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.97 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.39 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.97 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•17 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Honolulu, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 113
Avg. residents/day: 98
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 125059

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

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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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.97; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.39; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 47.7%; 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): 17
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-05-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (44 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-09-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.

2025-05-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2025-05-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-05-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2025-05-23Severity 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.

2025-05-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

2459 10TH Avenue, 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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Google

3.8

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Common questions about Palolo Chinese Home

How much does Palolo Chinese Home cost?

Palolo Chinese Home 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 Palolo Chinese Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Palolo Chinese Home 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Palolo Chinese Home?

Staff provide about 3.97 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Palolo Chinese Home?

Palolo Chinese Home has 44 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Palolo Chinese Home have availability?

Typically 86% full (98 of 113 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Palolo Chinese Home offer?

Palolo Chinese Home in Honolulu, HI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 113 beds.

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