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Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF
Road 2 Km 39. 5 Bo Algarrobo, Vega Baja, PR 00693
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 45 beds, Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF serves Vega Baja in Vega Baja County, Puerto Rico and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1989.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, equal to the Puerto Rico median; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 5 and quality measures —.
Inspectors recorded 35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (9, 8, 18 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 77.8 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 120.0.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $30K.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.0 hours per resident per day (3.7 RN), close to the Puerto Rico median of 4.4; nursing staff turnover is 26.9%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Vega Baja Co. median | Puerto Rico median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 35 | 35 | 35 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 77.8 | 77.8 | 120.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 26.9% | 26.9% | 31.8% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $29,997 | $29,997 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (1 in the county, 9 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Puerto Rico average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 21 May 2026, 6 Dec 2024.
Severity mix: L ×1 I ×1 D ×4 E ×7 F ×19 C ×3
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 May 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | L | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0801 | 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. | I | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 21 May 2026 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 15 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | F | Standard survey | 15 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 21 Feb 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 13 Dec 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | F | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0801 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F | Standard survey | 24 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | F | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Standard survey | 7 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0924 | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. | F | Standard survey | 10 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0578 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0577 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | C | Standard survey | 17 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | C | Standard survey | 31 May 2024 |
| 9 Apr 2024 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | C | Standard survey | 17 May 2024 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Apr 2024 | Fine | $29,997 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Puerto Rico average. Turnover: nursing staff 26.9%, RNs 35.0%; — administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Puerto Rico median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Legal Business Name Not Available.
No organisations are listed in the CMS ownership record for this facility.
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF been cited for?
35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Puerto Rico median is 35 per facility.
Has Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $30K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.0 hours per resident per day against a Puerto Rico median of 4.4 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF?
Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Centro Medico Wilma N Vazquez SNF last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 21 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 21 May 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.