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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
At The Suites – Rio Vista, seniors can experience exquisite living during their senior years, with the added benefit of accommodating various insurances, including Medicare and most managed care plans. This exceptional facility offers an array of services, including post-acute rehabilitation in well-appointed private suites, as well as long-term semi-private options. With a strong emphasis on personalized care, they provide therapy programs, excellent meal services, and a warm welcome to guests, all backed by round-the-clock customer service.
The home also specializes in medical care, including services like wound care, various therapies, physician care, and impeccable hospitality. Its commitment extends to offering Medicaid nursing home options, ensuring accessibility for those seeking accessible quality care. Moreover, they cater to nursing home costs with tailored services such as cardio therapy and pain management. A dedicated stroke recovery team, driven by compassion, is another hallmark of their care.
With spacious and personalized skilled and long-term suites offering comfortable residence options, seniors have the flexibility to choose between private or semi-private accommodations. This remarkable senior living facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, not only prioritizes the security and well-being of its residents but also strives to provide accessible and compassionate care.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 37th out of 53 homes in New Mexico. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 29m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 50m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 55m per day | ▼ 14% State avg: 2h 14m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 5m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 7m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 4m per day | ▼ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 22m per day | ▼ 21% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Lower than the New Mexico average: 78.9%The Suites – Rio Vista is legally operated by Cabezon Nursing And Rehab Center, Llc, and administrated by Joseph Foxhood.
In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Mexico state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 90 | 30 | This facility has 200% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico nursing home (90 vs. NM avg 30).↑ 200% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 22.5 | 7.5 | This facility has 200% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico nursing home (22.5 vs. NM avg 7.5).↑ 200% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 21, 2025, found deficiencies related to inconsistent documentation of a resident’s code status and failure to maintain a hazard-free environment. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues involving failure to timely report and investigate abuse and medication-related incidents, unsafe environments, incomplete medical records, and inadequate resident care including medication administration, infection control, and dietary services. Complaint investigations substantiated several deficiencies, including abuse incidents, delayed reporting of medication events, and environmental hazards, but enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has repeatedly been cited for unsafe environments, incomplete investigations, and care planning deficiencies, with some substantiated abuse cases leading to staff termination. The trend suggests ongoing challenges with compliance and resident safety, with no clear improvement over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsNew Mexico average 6.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
New Mexico average 48.6
New Mexico average 7.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
52 of 86 citations resulted from standard inspections; 30 of 86 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 86 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.1
208% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
59% better than New Mexico average
0% compared with New Mexico average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
6,008 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 66 | 100 | 12,426 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 15 | 14 | 29 | 4,773 | 92 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 26 | 37 | 3,288 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,601 | 92 | 100% | 10.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,611 | 68 | 74% | 6.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,509 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,333 | 74 | 80% | 8.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,090 | 70 | 76% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 765 | 73 | 79% | 6.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 533 | 63 | 68% | 7.2 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 533 | 65 | 71% | 5.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 294 | 40 | 43% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 266 | 37 | 40% | 7.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 252 | 63 | 68% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 130 | 26 | 28% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 108 | 27 | 29% | 4 |
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)
9% higher than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: $86K
62% fewer fines than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 2.6
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 0.5
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.7
62% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 9.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.2
60% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.1%
67% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 15.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.0%
73% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.6%
45% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
54% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
11% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.9%
305% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.5%
92% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.8%
47% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 12.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 97.2%
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%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.25
102% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.61
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.78
5% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 2.64
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
16% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
75% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
15% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.9%
17% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 21.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.9%
31% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 15.9%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
49.3%
8% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.0%
13% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
86Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for The Suites – Rio Vista based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #8 / 54Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 54 homes in New Mexico. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New Mexico average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to The Suites – Rio Vista's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Rust Medical Center)
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The Suites – Rio Vista is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rio Rancho (Vista Hills) | 72 | 74.0% | -6% | 5.82 | +56% | +45% | $0 | 46 | 7.7 | 2 | 46 | 8 | Haverland Carter Lifestyle Group Operating,LLC | $16.2M | $8.0M | 49.6% | 325130 | ||||
| The Suites – Rio Vista |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
N Nursing | Rio Rancho (Unser Gateway) | 136 | 75.2% | -5% | 3.35 | +49% | -17% | $93.9k | 86 | 7.8 | 4 | 89 | 37 | Cabezon Nursing And Rehab Center, LLC | $20.5M | $8.8M | 42.9% | 325127 | ||||
| Rio Rancho Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Rio Rancho | 120 | 91.8% | +16% | 3.06 | -23% | -24% | $0 | 69 | 8.6 | 3 | 109 | 80 | Peak Medical LLC | $17.8M | $5.8M | 32.5% | 325033 |
The Suites – Rio Vista is in the Unser Gateway neighborhood of Rio Rancho.
The legal owner and operator of The Suites – Rio Vista is Cabezon Nursing And Rehab Center, Llc.
The Suites – Rio Vista has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NM state health department records, The Suites – Rio Vista's license expires on February 28, 2026.
The Suites – Rio Vista's occupancy is 68%.
Joseph Foxhood is the administrator of The Suites – Rio Vista.
The Suites – Rio Vista has 136 beds.
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