Total health inspections
4
New Mexico average 6.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
Nursing Home
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
Nursing Home
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home is a skilled nursing facility located in Carlsbad, NM. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and assisted living. The facility is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a faith-based environment.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
112
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Private pay
23% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 months
Medicaid
31% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$15.6M
Surplus of revenue
$286.4K
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$15,634,437.00
Surplus of revenue
$286,393.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.3M
112-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:
325087
Awards:
2025 Silver Achievement in Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living.
Ownership & operating entity
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home is administrated by JOANNA KNOX.
Owner name:
LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN HOME OF THE SOUTHWEST, INC.
Safety & Compliance
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
(575) 885-3250
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Daily activities including arts and crafts, sing-alongs, Bible classes, history classes, parties, entertainment, and short excursion trips.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Long Term Care, Assisted Living, Home Health, Hospice, Physical Therapy, Independent Living
Volunteer Programs
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Three cafeteria-style meals served daily in the Assisted Living Dining Room. Meals planned and supervised by a Registered Dietitian.
Meals Included
Yes
Compare Nursing Homes around New Mexico
The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
+17%
+2%
+6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NM 88220
112
No
KNOX, JOANNA
83.3%
$13,342,699.00
$6,929,848.00
51.9%
79.30
4.1143
-
31
-
+17%+2%+6%
Betty Dare Wellness & Rehabilitation LLC
+18%
-13%
-32%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NM 88310
90
No
BRECHTELSBAUER, DAVID
53.5%
$7,296,528.00
$2,639,608.00
36.2%
53.90
3.5035
-
52
-
+18%-13%-32%
Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
+20%
-14%
+12%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NM 87002
120
No
WILSON, EMMANUEL
88.7%
$12,095,676.00
$5,045,924.00
41.7%
111.40
3.4380
2
44
1
+20%-14%+12%
Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Llc
+23%
-5%
-8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NM 88210
65
No
ARTESIA HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC
72.5%
$6,343,725.00
$3,860,972.00
60.9%
46.00
3.8218
-
35
1
+23%-5%-8%
Aztec Healthcare, LLC
-34%
-20%
+16%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NM 87410
86
No
-
91.2%
$9,558,894.00
$4,849,416.00
50.7%
81.80
3.2043
3
33
4
-34%-20%+16%
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NM 88220
Bed Count:
112
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
KNOX, JOANNA
CCN:
325087
Occupancy:
83.3%
Home Revenue:
$13,342,699.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,929,848.00
Payroll %:
51.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
79.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1143
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
31
RN share vs State Avg:
+17%
+17%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Betty Dare Wellness & Rehabilitation LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NM 88310
Bed Count:
90
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BRECHTELSBAUER, DAVID
CCN:
325061
Occupancy:
53.5%
Home Revenue:
$7,296,528.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,639,608.00
Payroll %:
36.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
53.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.5035
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
52
RN share vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-32%
-32%
Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NM 87002
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WILSON, EMMANUEL
CCN:
325068
Occupancy:
88.7%
Home Revenue:
$12,095,676.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,045,924.00
Payroll %:
41.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
111.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4380
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
44
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Llc
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NM 88210
Bed Count:
65
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ARTESIA HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC
CCN:
325128
Occupancy:
72.5%
Home Revenue:
$6,343,725.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,860,972.00
Payroll %:
60.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
46.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.8218
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
35
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+23%
+23%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Aztec Healthcare, LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NM 87410
Bed Count:
86
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
325071
Occupancy:
91.2%
Home Revenue:
$9,558,894.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,849,416.00
Payroll %:
50.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
81.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2043
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
3
Citations:
33
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+16%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
118
Total Staff
113
Employees
5
Contractors
30,726
Total Hours (Quarter)
46
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 7.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
96 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
5 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.5%
of total hours from contractors
163 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Other Physician: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Aide in Training | 45 | 0 | 45 | 9,651 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 0 | 28 | 9,348 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,729 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,942 | 89 | 98% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,362 | 76 | 84% | 6.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 785 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 503 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 447 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 406 | 57 | 63% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 331 | 61 | 67% | 5.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 40 | 39 | 43% | 1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 4 | 4% | 8.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 3% | 6.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 2 | 2% | 9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 3% | 6 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1% | 3.5 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
31
Citations per inspection
7.75
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
29 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
30 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation
Aug 27, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Aug 27, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Apr 05, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Apr 05, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
79
Total Residents
Medicare
8
(10.1%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
56
(70.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
15
(19%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
20% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 9.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.5
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
20.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
20.1%
28% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 15.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.5%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
16.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
16.8%
20% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 21.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
50% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
11.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
11.2%
91% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.0%
114% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.8%
52% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.7%
58% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 12.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 98.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
11% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.3%
11% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.4%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
83.3%
↓ 4.3pp vs 2023
Net Income
$286,393
↓ ~$3.7M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$7,977,294
↑ ~$454K vs 2023
Profit Margin
2.2%
↓ 24.8pp vs 2023
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