Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 23/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in GU. Families considering this Barrigada facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority provides above-average staffing with 7.39 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 52 deficiencies at Guam Memorial Hospital Authority. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 7.39 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 2.55 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.41 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.42 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 6.62 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 2.39 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0561 Severity GHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Aug 21, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Aug 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0837 Severity FEstablish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appointsAug 21, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0867 Severity FSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Aug 21, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0868 Severity FHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAug 21, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 10.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 16.0% | 2.5% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 16.0% | 7.5% | Worse |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $13,247
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 23 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 0★ → 0 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40