Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF
Road 2 Km 39 5 Bo Algarrobo · Vega Baja, PR · 00693 · 7878581580
45 certified beds For profit - Corporation Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar; CMS rates its health inspections "much below average". That rule is part of the published method.
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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.46 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 2.87 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 24% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $29,997 |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected January 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 6, 2024
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.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected December 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2024
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.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected June 7, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F April 9, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Environmental
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No harm found · C April 9, 2024
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected May 17, 2024 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C April 9, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 9, 2024 | Fine | $29,997 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 405025 · certified since August 9, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.