GOV JUAN F LUIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CTR
#4007 EST DIAMOND RUBY, CHRISTIANSTED, ST CROIX, VI 00820
About GOV JUAN F LUIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CTR
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- CMS Certification Number
- 480002
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
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
Percentage of heart failure patients who died within 30 days. A lower number means more patients survived.
Percentage of pneumonia patients who died within 30 days. Reflects how well the hospital treats serious lung infections.
Percentage of stroke patients who died within 30 days. Critical for understanding a hospital's stroke care quality.
Infection Control
Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) — below 1.0 is better than the national benchmark
Central line-associated bloodstream infection rate. A number below 1.0 means fewer infections than the national average — better than expected.
Catheter-associated urinary tract infection rate. SIR below 1.0 = better than national benchmark. Important if you'll be in the ICU.
MRSA bloodstream infection rate. MRSA is a drug-resistant bacteria — an SIR below 1.0 means this hospital has fewer cases than expected nationally.
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
How often heart failure patients need to return to the hospital within 30 days. Lower is better — means patients were stable when discharged.
Percentage of pneumonia patients readmitted within 30 days. Reflects quality of treatment and discharge instructions.
Timely & Effective Care
How consistently this hospital follows proven care processes, compared with the US average
Percentage of healthcare workers who received the influenza vaccine. Vaccinated staff protect vulnerable patients from flu transmission during hospitalization.
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.
Check Your Insurance Coverage
Before scheduling care at GOV JUAN F LUIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CTR, verify it is in your insurance network. Out-of-network care can result in significantly higher costs.
Nearby Hospitals
Other hospitals in ST CROIX and nearby ZIP codes in Virgin Islands
Other Acute Care Hospitals in Virgin Islands
2 acute care hospitals in Virgin Islands report to CMS — top rated shown first
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (data.cms.gov). Updated quarterly. CMS data loaded: June 2026.