Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center

GARDENA, CA • CMS Certification: 555306

  • Date Updated: June 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 15115 S VERMONT AVE, GARDENA CA 90247
  • Phone: 3105320700

About Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center

Kei-ai South Bay Healthcare Center, located in GARDENA, CA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center

  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.09 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 4.09 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the ASPEN SKILLED HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 35 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
3.0
Staffing
3.7
Quality
4.6

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Mixed Staffing Levels

Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.27 hrs/day
State: 0.67 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.74
Quality Adj: 0.24

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.57 hrs/day
State: 1.88 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.94
Quality Adj: 1.19

Certified Assistants

2.51 hrs/day
State: 2.65 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.54
Quality Adj: 2.29

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 2
Quality Measures 4
Staffing 3

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 76 Jan 23, 2026
Weighted Average 99 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 29.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 7.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.4%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 1.6%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 7.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 1.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 1.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 0.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 9.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 99.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 98.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 0.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 4.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 9.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 96.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 86.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 3.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 6.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 9.9%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 1 complaint
  • 2024: 16 complaints
  • 2025: 10 complaints
  • 2026: 1 complaint
  • Total: 28 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Mar 27, 2026 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Sep 15, 2025 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Aug 11, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Aug 06, 2025 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Jun 09, 2025 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Feb 23, 2025 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Feb 23, 2025 Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Jan 03, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Jan 03, 2025 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Jan 03, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Jan 03, 2025 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Oct 11, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Oct 11, 2024 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Aug 20, 2024 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 03, 2024 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Aug 03, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Aug 03, 2024 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Aug 03, 2024 Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Jun 13, 2024 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Jun 13, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jun 03, 2024 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Jun 03, 2024 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Jun 03, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Feb 28, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Feb 28, 2024 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Feb 08, 2024 Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Feb 08, 2024 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Dec 09, 2023 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

AGVA LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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Noted Deficiencies

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Nursing Hours Analysis

Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 4.09 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 98 certified beds.

Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center directly at 3105320700. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

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