Skilled nursing facility · CMS certification number 125021
KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
WAIMEA, Hawaii · Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds, as filed in Care Compare: 20
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CMS lists this facility as a Special Focus Facility candidate (Care Compare Special Focus Status: SFF Candidate)
In Care Compare’s provider information: Penalties: 1 · Fines: 1 · Fines, total amount: $34,588.00 · Payment denials: 0. The most recent penalty on file: September 10, 2024, Fine, $34,588. Every penalty on file ↓
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Finances, as filed
No Medicare cost report on file for this facility.
Nurse staffing
Nurse staffing hours from the Payroll-Based Journal, quarter by quarter, are on this facility’s staffing page, each quarter with the file it came from.
Ownership, as filed with CMS
Care Compare
As filed in the CMS file dated September 1, 2026 (Care Compare ownership).
| Owner or manager | Role | Type | Ownership percentage | Association |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | since 07/01/1996 |
| HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 20% | since 07/01/1996 |
| FRANKLIN, NICHOLAS | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/30/2025 |
| SEGAWA, LANCE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/30/2025 |
| ASATO, CHRISTINE | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2018 |
| SEGAWA, LANCE | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2018 |
| BARNES, WALTER | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2023 |
| KANEKOA, ERNEST | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 11/01/2020 |
| NOGAMI-STREUFERT, GLENDA | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 11/01/2020 |
| OKADA-ASHER, DONNA | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/07/2015 |
| RINTEL, THEODOR | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 02/13/2023 |
| ROWLEY, DENNIS | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2023 |
| YUH, CHRISTOPHER | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2024 |
| ASATO, CHRISTINE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2018 |
| FRANKLIN, NICHOLAS | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 08/16/2022 |
| SEGAWA, LANCE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2018 |
Medicare enrollment
As filed in the CMS file dated August 1, 2026 (Medicare enrollment ownership), under the enrollment of KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (enrollment ID O20170512002183).
CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; where the private equity, real estate investment trust or holding company field below has not been filed under the current cycle, it reads “Paused by CMS”.
| Owner | Individual or organization | Role | Ownership percentage | Association date | Described in the filing as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 80 | 7/1/1996 | Private equity company: No Real estate investment trust: No Holding company: No |
| HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 20 | 7/1/1996 | Private equity company: No Real estate investment trust: No Holding company: No |
| KURT S AKAMINE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 11/1/2012 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| LAUREL K S LOO | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 4/1/2016 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| STEPHANIE N IONA | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 11/1/2012 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| CHRISTINE M ASATO | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | 50 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| LANCE K SEGAWA | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | 100 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| CHRISTINE M ASATO | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | 50 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| LANCE K SEGAWA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | 100 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| CHRISTINE M ASATO | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | 50 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
| LANCE K SEGAWA | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | 100 | 4/1/2018 | Private equity company: Paused by CMS Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS Holding company: Paused by CMS |
Changes in ownership
No change in ownership appears in the CMS files on record since September 20, 2022.
Recent changes on this record
- September 1, 2026: special_focus_status withdrawn (was SFF Candidate). NH_ProviderInfo_Sep2026_3.csv
- September 1, 2026: ownership_type: Government - State → Non profit - Other. NH_ProviderInfo_Sep2026_3.csv
- February 27, 2026: A deficiency was cited under tag F 0880, scope and severity D. NH_HealthCitations_Sep2026_2.csv
- February 27, 2026: A deficiency was cited under tag F 0761, scope and severity D. NH_HealthCitations_Sep2026_2.csv
- February 27, 2026: A deficiency was cited under tag F 0583, scope and severity D. NH_HealthCitations_Sep2026_2.csv
- February 27, 2026: A deficiency was cited under tag F 0812, scope and severity F. NH_HealthCitations_Sep2026_2.csv
- February 27, 2026: An inspection was recorded in inspection cycle 1. NH_SurveySummary_Sep2026_2.csv
Inspections
| Inspection cycle | Health inspection | Fire safety inspection | Health deficiencies | Fire safety deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | February 27, 2026 | February 27, 2026 | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | September 10, 2024 | September 10, 2024 | 6 | 2 |
| 3 | September 22, 2023 | September 22, 2023 | 4 | 0 |
| 3 | September 2, 2022 | September 2, 2022 | 11 | 0 |
From the Care Compare inspection summary file NH_SurveySummary_Sep2026_2.csv, processed on September 1, 2026.
Deficiencies cited
25 deficiencies on file, newest inspection first
| Inspection date | Inspection type | Tag | Category | What was cited | Scope and severity | Complaint | Corrected | Correction date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 27, 2026 | Health | F 0583 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | April 2, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 | Health | F 0761 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | April 2, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | April 10, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 | Health | F 0880 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | April 2, 2026 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0637 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0641 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0656 | Resident 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. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0689 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 24, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0761 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | L | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2024 |
| September 22, 2023 | Health | F 0623 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | November 6, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 | Health | F 0638 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 31, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 | Health | F 0689 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | November 6, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | November 2, 2023 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0568 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0574 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 7, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0577 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 7, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0584 | Resident 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. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | September 2, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0637 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 5, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0684 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0692 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0727 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | October 14, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0755 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | September 6, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0757 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | September 9, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | November 24, 2022 |
From the Care Compare health citations file NH_HealthCitations_Sep2026_2.csv, processed on September 1, 2026.
Penalties
| Penalty date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial began | Payment denial, days | Fine ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2024 | Fine | $34,588 | 131609 |
From the Care Compare penalties file NH_Penalties_Sep2026_2.csv, processed on September 1, 2026.
Care Compare provider information
| Field | As filed |
|---|---|
| Provider Type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership Type | Government - State |
| Legal Business Name | KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL |
| Date First Approved to Provide Medicare and Medicaid Services | 1973-04-11 |
| Provider Resides in Hospital | Y |
| Continuing Care Retirement Community | N |
| Urban | N |
| County/Parish | Kauai |
| Telephone Number | 8083389431 |
| Chain Name | HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION |
| Chain ID | 250 |
| Special Focus Status | SFF Candidate |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Number of Certified Beds | 20 |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 20.0 |
| Overall Rating | 2 |
| Health Inspection Rating | 1 |
| QM Rating | 5 |
| Long-Stay QM Rating | 5 |
| Processing Date | 2026-08-01 |
From the Care Compare Provider Information file NH_ProviderInfo_Aug2026.csv, processed on August 1, 2026.
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