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Nursing homes in Vega Baja County, Puerto Rico

Vega Baja County, Puerto Rico, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 45 certified beds.

0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (33%). Inspectors recorded 35 health deficiencies over three cycles, 77.8 per 100 beds against 129.8 statewide.

Fines in the period covered total $30K across 1 fine.

Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.

MeasureVega Baja CountyPuerto RicoUS
Facilities1914690
Rated 1–2 stars overall0%33%41%
Median overall rating333
Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles)77.8129.826.8
Median nurse hours per resident day5.04.43.7
Fines listed$30K$41K$457M

Facilities

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNFVega Baja453253577.8$30K21 May 2026

Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.

Most-cited tags in the county

TagRequirementCitations
F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.3
F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.3
F0584Honor 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.3
F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.2
F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.2

Ownership

TypeFacilities
For profit1

Questions and answers

How many nursing homes are in Vega Baja County, Puerto Rico?

1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 45 certified beds.

Which nursing homes in Vega Baja County have the highest CMS ratings?

Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF (3 stars)

How do Vega Baja County nursing homes compare with Puerto Rico?

0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 33% statewide; citations run at 77.8 per 100 beds against 129.8 statewide.