East Jefferson General Hospital - SNF
4200 Houma Blvd · Metairie, LA · 70002 · 5045034699
49 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 8.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 4.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 6.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 26% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 30, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
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.
Corrected March 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
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.
Corrected April 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195199 · certified since June 3, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.