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449 N Sabana Dr, Barrigada, GU 96913 · (671) 633-1800 · 40 certified beds
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CMS lists no chain affiliation for this facility. Ownership type on record: Government - State.
Total nurse staffing: 7.72 (Guam median: 7.72). RN hours: 2.48. Weekend total: 7.01. Nursing staff turnover: 16%.
In the downloaded CMS dataset: 51 deficiency citations. Below: up to 40 most recent citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-06 | Regularly 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 | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Try 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 | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Educate 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 | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Establish 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 | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2026-06-06 | Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. | C | Health | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 2025-08-22 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | G | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Establish 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 | Health | corrected 2025-09-19 |
| 2025-08-22 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | F | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | 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 | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | 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 | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Educate 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 | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. | E | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2025-08-22 | 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 | Health | corrected 2025-10-06 |
| 2024-08-09 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | F | Health | corrected 2024-08-30 |
| 2024-08-09 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Health | corrected 2024-08-29 |
| 2024-08-09 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Health | corrected 2024-08-29 |
| 2024-08-09 | Implement 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 | Health | corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-08-09 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-29 |
| 2024-08-09 | Notify 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 | Health | corrected 2024-08-29 |
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-22 | Fine | $13,247 |
| 2025-08-22 | Payment Denial | 61 days payment denial |
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 10/01/1983 |
| HECHANOVA, YUKARI | Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/19/2022 |
| LIZAMA, FLORENCIO | Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/19/2019 |
| PEREZ-POSADAS, LILLIAN | Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/28/2019 |
| HECHANOVA, YUKARI | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/22/2019 |
| PEREZ-POSADAS, LILLIAN | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/28/2019 |
| GUAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Operational/Managerial Control | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/01/1999 |
| HECHANOVA, YUKARI | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/06/2025 |
| LIZAMA, FLORENCIO | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/30/2024 |
| PEREZ-POSADAS, LILLIAN | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/06/2025 |
How to cite this page: CareRecords, “Guam Memorial Hospital Authority — compliance, penalty and ownership record” (CCN 655000), compiled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog, August 2026 release. https://carerecords.org/nursing-home/guam-memorial-hospital-authority-barrigada-gu/
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (August 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 655000. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.