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ALTERNATIVE HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS LLC Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico)

SEPTIMO PISO DOCTORS CENTER HOSPITAL, SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico 00910

Phone: 7879992959

CMS Overall:4/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
22
Avg Residents/Day
14.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare
County
San Juan
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall4/5
Health3/5
Staffing5/5
QualityN/A

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityPuerto Rico AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day5.223.51+1.72
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day6.214.43+1.78
CMS Staffing Rating5/54/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover32.0%36.7%-

Health Citation History

28 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-21Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Administration DeficienciesSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Administration DeficienciesHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyF – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Environmental DeficienciesKeep all essential equipment working safely.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Resident Rights DeficienciesKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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 – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-12-03Infection Control DeficienciesDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Environmental DeficienciesKeep all essential equipment working safely.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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 – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedE – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

29 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Egress DeficienciesKeep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesInstall an approved automatic sprinkler system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Egress DeficienciesInstall proper backup exit lighting.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesInstall a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Smoke DeficienciesProperly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Smoke DeficienciesInstall an approved automatic sprinkler system.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-03Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Egress DeficienciesHave properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesInclude a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for sheltering.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for volunteers.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesProvide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesProvide family notifications of emergency plan.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-04-18Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish staff and initial training requirements.C – Minimal Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties

No penalty records found.

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