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Guam Memorial Hospital Authority, Barrigada, GU: 3 star rating, fined $13,247 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial

Guam Memorial Hospital Authority in Barrigada, GU is owned by Guam Memorial Hospital, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $13,247 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 51 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on June 6, 2026, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
449 N Sabana Dr, Barrigada, GU 96913
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
40
Residents per day
20 on average
Ownership type
Government, State
Legal business name
Guam Memorial Hospital
Fines
$13,247 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
51, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
June 6, 2026
CMS Certification Number
655000
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
August 22, 2025Fine$13,247Not listeddata.cms.gov
August 22, 2025Payment denialNot listedNovember 22, 202561data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
June 6, 2026F909Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F844Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialPlan of correctionAugust 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialPlan of correctionSeptember 25, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionJuly 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 6, 2026F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionAugust 31, 2026data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F945Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyF: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPlan of correctionSeptember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F761Ensure 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F691Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F584Honor 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: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F578Honor 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: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedAugust 30, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 30, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 4, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F838Conduct 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 28, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 4, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F732Post nurse staffing information every day.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedAugust 28, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesF: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 30, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 28, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 29, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 11 individual or personal trusts (3 owners, 4 managers, 2 officers, directors or trustees, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Guam Memorial HospitalDirect ownerNot listedOctober 1, 1983data.cms.gov
Guam Memorial HospitalOperational or managerial controlNot listedDecember 1, 1999data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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