Metairie Health Care Center

Nursing Home
Overview of Metairie Health Care Center
Metairie Health Care Center is dedicated to providing specialized rehabilitation and skilled nursing services in a caring, comfortable, and clean environment. The facility has been serving Jefferson Parish since 1976 and focuses on short-term transitional goals for successful returns home, as well as long-term quality of life needs. It offers a secure Alzheimer’s/Dementia Unit called Serenity Trace for those with memory care needs.
(504) 885-8611

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Louisiana average: 2.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 59m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

Louisiana average: 4h 9m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 202

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Louisiana average
Occupancy rate 43.1%
Residents per day (avg) 95
Occupancy rate
43.1%
Residents per day (avg)
95

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

83% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$10.4M
Profit
$695.8K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$10,405,634.00
Profit
$695,798.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.8M
36.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
Total costs $9.7M
Bed community size
202-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Facility Type
Medicare and Medicaid

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 195278
County: Jefferson

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: METAIRIE OPERATIONS LLC
Profit status: For profit - Limited Liability company

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation
Memory Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Free Wi-Fi Access
Secure Care Safety System
Transportation Services
Semi-private suites

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Rehabilitation to Home, Transitional/Short-Term Care, Community Re-entry, Family Training and Involvement, Dedicated Rehabilitation Space, Serenity Trace – secure Alzheimer’s/Dementia Unit, 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care (SNF), IV Therapy, Wound Care Management, Laboratory, Physician Directed Services, Social Services, In-House X-Rays, Secure Care Safety System, Transportation Services, Semi-private suites, Free Wi-Fi Access

Pricing & Financial Information

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare Long-term care insurance

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Health Inspection Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspection findings. Fewer deficiencies result in higher ratings.

Quality Measures Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring resident health outcomes and care practices.

Staffing Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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Metairie Health Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

LA 70003
202
No
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SNF

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Address 4.1 miles from city center

Address METAIRIE, LA 70003

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

208
Total Staff
84
Employees
124
Contractors
36,247
Total Hours (Quarter)
50
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse47.9 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse588.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1158.2 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
180 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services
15 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Social Services
6 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
17.7%
of total hours from contractors
6,419 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Certified Nursing Assistant: 62 Licensed Practical Nurse: 36 Qualified Social Worker: 6 Nurse Practitioner: 1 Registered Nurse: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Activities Professional: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant536211520,47791100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse2236589,20791100%8.2
RN Director of Nursing3031,3297380%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0556706571%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist0336667684%6.3
Registered Nurse3146486875%7.9
Qualified Social Worker0665746571%6.2
Nurse Practitioner1125446571%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide0225006470%7.6
Administrator1014956571%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334746774%7.1
Dietitian1013875662%6.9
Qualified Activities Professional0331762325%7.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0115067%8.3
Occupational Therapy Aide011501314%3.8

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations 37
Citations per inspection
6.17

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

27 of 37 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 10 of 37 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 2
82% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 1
100% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

2 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

1 serious citation More info Louisiana average: 0.5

31 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

3 minor citations More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Sep 03, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Sep 03, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Sep 03, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Sep 03, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Inspired Healthcare Management
Resident Census by Payment Source
95 Total Residents
Medicare 16 (16.8%)
Medicaid 58 (61.1%)
Private Pay/Other 21 (22.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 19.9
69% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 11.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 40.4
98% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 34.7%
69% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 49.9%
112% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 23.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 36.7%
115% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 17.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.0%
103% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.3%
48% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.3%
92% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.4%
14% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.2%
26% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 88.7%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.9%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 84.8%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
52% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 85.4%
12% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 76.2%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $133K
29% higher than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: $103K

Number of fines 2
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
226% more payment denials than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $133K
Louisiana average $103K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 19, 2024
$72K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Dec 19, 2024
34 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 26, 2024
$61K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand in urban areas.

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural focus.

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.

No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.

Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

None specified.

Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.

Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.

None specified.

Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.

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