Nursing home · Gardena, CA
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center
15115 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA 90247 · (310) 532-0700
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is a 98-bed for-profit nursing home in Gardena, California (Los Angeles County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1988. On average it cares for 92 residents a day (about 94% of its certified beds). It is part of Aspen Skilled Healthcare, a group of 35 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.14 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.34 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.76 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 22% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 29% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | January 23, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 19 above the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 5 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $17,088 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Agva LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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- Clear View Convalescent Center ★★★★★Gardena · 0.7 mi · 99 beds
- Clear View Sanitarium ★★★★★Gardena · 0.7 mi · 73 beds
- West Gardena Post Acute ★★★★★Gardena · 1.1 mi · 50 beds
Assisted living nearby
- Gardena Retirement CenterGardena · 0.2 mi · 108 residents
- Family First Board & CareGardena · 0.8 mi · 6 residents
- Ainsworth Home CareGardena · 1.2 mi · 6 residents
- Papa Joe's HandsLos Angeles · 1.4 mi · 4 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center?
CMS rates Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center have?
98 certified beds, with an average of 92 residents a day.
Does Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center?
(310) 532-0700. Address: 15115 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA 90247.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).