Nursing Homes in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Rio Piedras has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 95 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Puerto Rico's state average of 3.5 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.

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City Average

4.0

+0.50 vs state

Total Beds

95

across 3 facilities

High Risk Facilities

0

0 under CMS review

0 with abuse citations

Nurse Availability

57 min

RN time per resident daily

Meets CMS recommendation

Well Staffed

0

exceed staffing threshold

0% of facilities

Zero Fines

2 /3

passed all inspections

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Trend

0

improved vs last year

0 declined

C+

Top Rated in Rio Piedras

Millennium Institute For Advance Nursing Care Inc

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About Nursing Home Care in Rio Piedras

The nursing home market in Rio Piedras, PR presents a concerning scenario for families seeking care for their loved ones. The standout is Centro de Cuidado Prolongado San Lucas, but it's essential to note that even this facility has its share of issues. Overall, the options here are limited and not particularly impressive, with the average rating sitting at just above the state average at 4.0 stars.

When considering facilities, Multi Medical Skilled Nursing Facility is worth a visit despite its Grade D rating, as it maintains a clean record with zero fines in the past three years. However, families should manage their expectations as no facility in the area is well-staffed, and nonprofit options are nonexistent. If you find these choices don't meet your needs, consider looking into facilities in nearby cities like San Juan or Bayamon for potentially better alternatives.

On the flip side, families should skip Centro de Cuidado Prolongado San Lucas and Multi Medical Skilled Nursing Facility. The former carries a troubling Grade F rating, indicating serious deficiencies, while the latter’s Grade D suggests it is not performing at an acceptable level. A practical tip when visiting any facility is to ask direct questions about staff turnover and patient care practices to gauge the quality of care your loved one would receive.

Rio Piedras at a Glance

Good News

  • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
  • Rio Piedras rates better than most Puerto Rico cities
  • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)

Be Aware

  • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages

What's Changing

  • 3 facilities stayed the same
  • Overall: Rio Piedras is stable

Questions Rio Piedras Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

1

How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?

CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Rio Piedras avg is 0.95 hrs (57 min)

2

Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?

2 of 3 Rio Piedras facilities have zero fines

3

What were your most recent inspection findings?

Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies

4

What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?

Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels

Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico's San Juan County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 95 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.

Rio Piedras vs. Puerto Rico: Above Average Quality

Rio Piedras nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Puerto Rico's statewide average of 3.50 stars by 0.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.

0 of 3 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Rio Piedras families.

Understanding Our Trust Score System

The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:

  • Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
  • Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
  • Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
  • Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
  • Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity

In Rio Piedras, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.

Staffing: Meeting Standards in Rio Piedras

Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.

Rio Piedras facilities average 0.95 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Rio Piedras resident receives approximately 57 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.

0 Rio Piedras facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.

Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit

Rio Piedras has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 0 of 3 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.

Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.

Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering

Families may also want to consider nearby Puerto Rico cities for additional options. The following Puerto Rico cities offer multiple nursing home options:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing homes are in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico?

Rio Piedras has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 95 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Puerto Rico's state average of 3.5 stars.

What are the best nursing homes in Rio Piedras?

Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Rio Piedras include:

  • Millennium Institute For Advance Nursing Care Inc — Grade C+, 68/100 Trust Score
  • Multy Medical Skilled Nursing Facility — Grade D, 40/100 Trust Score
  • Centro De Cuidado Prolongado San Lucas — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score

These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.

Which Rio Piedras nursing homes should I avoid?

We flag 0 facilities in Rio Piedras as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.

We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.

The Bottom Line on Rio Piedras Nursing Homes

Rio Piedras offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.

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