Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
449 N Sabana Dr, Barrigada, GU 96913 · (671) 633-1800
Government - State · 40 certified beds
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in June 2026, found 16 citations (the Guam average is 16). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $13,247 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | Not available |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on June 6, 2026 found 16 citations. What an inspection citation means
- 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.June 6, 2026 · F0909 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- 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.June 6, 2026 · F0700 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.June 6, 2026 · F0552 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.June 6, 2026 · F0558 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.June 6, 2026 · F0582 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.June 6, 2026 · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.June 6, 2026 · F0636 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.June 6, 2026 · F0640 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.June 6, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesJune 6, 2026 · F0645 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.June 6, 2026 · F0656 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.June 6, 2026 · F0791 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.June 6, 2026 · F0883 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- 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.June 6, 2026 · F0887 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- 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.June 6, 2026 · F0837 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
- Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.June 6, 2026 · F0844 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
No citations from complaint inspections in the last three years.
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $13,247August 22, 2025
- Medicare payment denial for 61 daysStarting November 22, 2025
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Guam average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 7.72 | 7.72 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 2.48 | 2.48 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.56 | 1.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 3.68 | 3.68 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 15.6% | 15.6% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Government - State |
| Certified beds | 40 |
| Average residents per day | 19.7 |
| Inside a hospital | Yes |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Guam Memorial Hospital Authority on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.