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DOCTORS' CENTER HOSPITAL, INC

MARGINAL CARRETERA NO 2, KM 47.7, MANATI, PR 00674

CMS Overall Rating

★★★★★1/5

About DOCTORS' CENTER HOSPITAL, INC

Hospital Type: Acute Care Hospitals
Ownership: Proprietary
Emergency Services: Yes
CMS Certification Number: 400118

Acute care hospitals treat patients with serious, short-term medical conditions requiring immediate care. These are the most common type of hospital in the US.

How This Hospital Compares

CMS star rating compared across three benchmarks

vs Puerto Rico Average

1★vs 1.7★ avg

▼ Below Puerto Rico average

vs Similar Hospitals

1★vs 3.2★ avg

▼ Below average for its type

Acute Care Hospitals

State Rank (Rated Hospitals)

#7of 7

Bottom half in Puerto Rico

How CMS Calculates the Star Rating

Overall star is a weighted average of 5 quality groups

Source: CMS Hospital Quality Initiative. Weights: Mortality 22% · Safety 22% · Readmission 22% · Patient Experience 22% · Timely Care 12%.

Patient Experience (HCAHPS Survey)

Based on standardized surveys sent to random patients after discharge

Mortality & Outcomes

30-day mortality rates — percentage of patients who died within 30 days of admission

Infection Control

Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) — below 1.0 is better than the national benchmark

CLABSI Rate

1.45

⚠ Above national benchmark

Central line-associated bloodstream infection rate. A number below 1.0 means fewer infections than the national average — better than expected.

CAUTI Rate

0.06

✓ At or below benchmark

Catheter-associated urinary tract infection rate. SIR below 1.0 = better than national benchmark. Important if you'll be in the ICU.

MRSA Rate

0.00

✓ At or below benchmark

MRSA bloodstream infection rate. MRSA is a drug-resistant bacteria — an SIR below 1.0 means this hospital has fewer cases than expected nationally.

C. diff Rate

0.06

✓ At or below benchmark

Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infection rate. This gut bacteria can cause severe diarrhea — SIR below 1.0 is better than the national benchmark.

30-Day Readmission Rates

Lower readmission rates indicate better discharge planning and post-hospital care

Timely & Effective Care

How consistently this hospital follows proven care processes, compared with the US average

Left Before Seen Rate

▲ Better than US average (1.68%)

Percentage of ER patients who left before being evaluated by a provider. Lower is better — a high rate suggests the ER is overcrowded or understaffed.

Staff Flu Vaccination Rate

21%

▼ Worse than US average (74.5%)

Percentage of healthcare workers who received the influenza vaccine. Vaccinated staff protect vulnerable patients from flu transmission during hospitalization.

ICU Blood Clot Prevention

67%

▼ Worse than US average (93.45%)

Percentage of ICU patients who received blood clot prevention measures. ICU patients face the highest risk of dangerous blood clots (DVT/PE).

Stroke Antithrombotic Therapy

74%

▼ Worse than US average (96.1%)

Percentage of stroke patients discharged on antithrombotic therapy (blood thinners) to prevent future strokes. Higher rates mean better adherence to evidence-based stroke treatment.

Early Stroke Treatment

86%

▼ Worse than US average (92.79%)

Percentage of ischemic stroke patients who received antithrombotic therapy by end of hospital day 2. Early treatment dramatically reduces long-term disability.

Concurrent Opioid Prescribing

▲ Better than US average (15.02%)

Percentage of patients discharged with prescriptions for two or more opioids, or an opioid plus a benzodiazepine, at the same time. Lower is better — combining these drugs raises the risk of overdose.

Medicare Payment Estimates

What Medicare pays this hospital for common procedures vs the national average

Medicare payment amounts are risk-adjusted averages. Actual patient costs depend on insurance plan, deductibles, and other factors.

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Nearby Hospitals

Other hospitals in MANATI and nearby ZIP codes in Puerto Rico

MANATI MEDICAL CENTER DR OTERO LOPEZ

MANATI, PR 00674

★★★★★1/5

HOSPITAL SAN CARLOS BORROMEO

MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER DR RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES

MAYAGUEZ, PR 00682

★★★★★1/5

HOSPITAL DE LA CONCEPCION

SAN GERMAN, PR 00683

Not rated

Other Acute Care Hospitals in Puerto Rico

54 acute care hospitals in Puerto Rico report to CMS — top rated shown first

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an acute care hospital?▼

Acute care hospitals treat patients with serious illnesses or injuries that require immediate, short-term care. Most general hospitals fall into this category.

What does the CMS star rating mean?▼

CMS rates hospitals on a 1–5 star scale based on five quality groups: mortality, safety, readmissions, patient experience, and timely care. Higher stars mean better performance across these measures.

Is a higher star rating always better?▼

Generally yes, but consider your specific needs. A 3-star hospital might excel in cardiac care while scoring lower in other areas. Look at individual metrics relevant to your procedure.

How often is this data updated?▼

CMS updates hospital quality data quarterly (January, April, July, October). Overall star ratings are updated annually, usually in August.

What is HCAHPS?▼

HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) is a standardized patient satisfaction survey administered to random samples of hospital patients. Results reflect real patient experiences.

How do I read the infection rates?▼

Infection rates are shown as Standardized Infection Ratios (SIR). A SIR below 1.0 means fewer infections than nationally expected. A SIR of 0.5 means the hospital has half the expected infection rate — significantly better.

Does a lower star rating mean the hospital is unsafe?▼

Not necessarily. Lower-rated hospitals often serve sicker, more complex patient populations that make outcomes harder to achieve. Consider the full picture and consult your doctor.

How does DOCTORS' CENTER HOSPITAL, INC rank among hospitals in Puerto Rico?▼

DOCTORS' CENTER HOSPITAL, INC ranks #7 out of 7 rated hospitals in Puerto Rico by CMS overall star rating. For context, the state average CMS star rating is 1.7.

Are there other hospitals in MANATI?▼

Yes — there is 1 other hospital in MANATI, PR in the CMS database. Browse all hospitals in Puerto Rico to find the best fit for your care needs.

Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (data.cms.gov). Updated quarterly. CMS data loaded: June 2026.