Casa Arena Healthcare LLC

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC

ALAMOGORDO, NM 88310 View Map

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

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Overview of Casa Arena Healthcare LLC
Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Alamogordo, NM. It offers 24/7 nursing care, rehabilitation services, and a variety of health care services to help patients regain independence. The facility provides a warm and caring environment for both short-term and long-term residents.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.03/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 117

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 82.7%
Residents per day (avg) 98
Occupancy rate
82.7%
Residents per day (avg)
98

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 21 days

Private pay

31% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

36% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$13.0M
Operating loss
-$1.0M
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$13,024,753.00
Operating loss
$-1,009,707.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
42% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.6M
Total costs $14.0M
Bed community size
117-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Facility Type
Nursing Home

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 325043

Ownership & operating entity

Casa Arena Healthcare LLC is administrated by LEAH KIGHT.

Owner name: CASA ARENA HEALTHCARE LLC

Care Services

Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax: (575) 439-2314

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Health Care, Activities, Social Services, Wound Care, Rehabilitation, Dietary and Nutritional Needs Management
Operating Hours
24/7

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are nutritionally balanced and meet medical and faith-based food requirements.
Meals Included
Yes

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

101
Total Staff
84
Employees
17
Contractors
31,116
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
8.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse511.6 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse139.3 No
Certified Nursing Assistant449.8 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
66 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
3.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
9 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.4%
of total hours from contractors
1,666 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1 Certified Nursing Assistant: 15 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant29154414,73091100%9.8
Licensed Practical Nurse130135,43291100%9.3
Physical Therapist7071,7319099%7.5
Registered Nurse4151,6518391%11.6
Other Dietary Services Staff8081,6119099%6.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist4049218189%6
RN Director of Nursing1015975055%11.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician3035907279%5.1
Occupational Therapy Aide2025726571%8.4
Nurse Practitioner1015306673%8
Administrator1015126470%8
Physical Therapy Aide2025076369%6.8
Dietitian1015026976%7.3
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1014016167%6.6
Qualified Social Worker1013238695%3.8
Nurse Aide in Training2022311820%10.5
Physical Therapy Assistant3031514954%2.5
Medication Aide/Technician1018989%11.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113833%12.7

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Feb 2023 – Jul 2025)

8
Inspections
90
Total Citations
2
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
11.25
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
86
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
2
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
20
22% of total
Quality of Life & Care
12
13% of total
Pharmacy Services
10
11% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
6
7% of total
Infection Control
4
4% of total
Administration
2
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 71
Complaint Investigations 22
State Comparison (NM)
Citations
90
New Mexico average: 48.6
Critical Citations
2
New Mexico average: 1.1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Jul 14, 2025 C Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Jul 14, 2025 D Care PlanningF0636 Corrected
Jul 14, 2025 D Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
Jul 14, 2025 D Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E Abuse/NeglectF0605 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 F AdministrationF0851 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 F Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E PharmacyF0756 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E Quality of CareF0740 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E Quality of CareF0744 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Jun 05, 2025 E Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Oct 18, 2024 E Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Oct 18, 2024 D PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Oct 18, 2024 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Oct 18, 2024 E Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Aug 21, 2024 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Aug 21, 2024 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 F AdministrationF0944 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Infection ControlF0887 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 D NutritionF0803 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E PharmacyF0757 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Quality of CareF0678 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 J Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0685 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Quality of CareF0692 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Quality of CareF0697 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0638 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Apr 24, 2024 E Resident RightsF0558 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: OPCO Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
98 Total Residents
Medicare 9 (9.2%)
Medicaid 72 (73.5%)
Private Pay/Other 17 (17.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
5.7 Score
41% better than avg New Mexico avg: 9.6

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
16.2 Score
12% better than avg New Mexico avg: 18.3

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
11.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
1.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.3%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
0.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
96.9%
Antipsychotic Use
17.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
11.3%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
26.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
73.0% 15% worse than avg New Mexico: 86.1%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.5% 11% worse than avg New Mexico: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
71.9% 17% worse than avg New Mexico: 86.4%

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $124K New Mexico avg: $86K 45% worse than avg
Number of Fines 2 New Mexico avg: 2.6
Compared to New Mexico Average Facility: $124K | New Mexico Avg: $86K
Penalty History

Showing all 2 penalties (Oct 2023 - Apr 2024)

Apr 24, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$108K
Oct 24, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$16K

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Centennial Care Community Benefit
NM Medicaid Centennial Care
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • NM Specifics: Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care (~$65/day), medical services.
New Mexico Caregiver Support Program
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • NM Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
  • NM Specifics: Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
New Mexico Older Americans Act Services
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
  • Income Limits (2025): None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics: Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
  • Services: Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
New Mexico Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: None in NM (unique among states).
  • NM Specifics: No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NM Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Property Tax Rebate for Seniors
New Mexico Property Tax Rebate
  • General: Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics: Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
  • Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.

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NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Centennial Care Community Benefit

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • NM Specifics:
    Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care (~$65/day), medical services.
NM NFCSP Respite

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • NM Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
  • NM Specifics:
    Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics:
    Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day).
New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    None in NM (unique among states).
  • NM Specifics:
    No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
New Mexico LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics:
    Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
New Mexico SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NM Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics:
    Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.
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