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Our editorial team analyzed 57 nursing homes in NM using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NM
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NM Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New Mexico average is: 52.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$10.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$4.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
41.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$11.8M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$3.8M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
32.2%*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.5M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.8M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
36.9%*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NM nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 57 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Retirement Ranch, located in Clovis, NM, is a skilled nursing facility offering rehabilitation services, long-term skilled nursing care, respite care, hospice care, and memory care services. As part of their long-term care, their residents are provided personalized care which includes 24/7 skilled nursing, assistance with daily living activities, and other services to help meet both medical and non-medical needs. This senior living facility aims to ensure that the residents rebuild their overall health as well as regain their highest level of independence as possible. The well experienced staff makes sure this is achieved by also providing companionship and conversation, health monitoring, memory support, medication management, healthy meal provisions, and social and recreational activities that promote overall health and well being.
Cedar Ridge Inn is a nursing home in Farmington, NM, offering skilled nursing. Licensed nurses are on site around the clock, supporting residents who need ongoing clinical attention. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, so residents can receive rehabilitation as part of their care.
The home provides short term and long term services, which may suit someone who needs nursing support during recovery or ongoing care. It has 101 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid for eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay for direct payment. Lawrence Brown serves as administrator, and Farmington Operations operates the community.
San Juan Care Center in Farmington, New Mexico, delivers nursing care, skilled nursing, palliative services, and respite care within a 93-bed facility featuring private rooms. Rehabilitation programs assist residents focusing on recovery, while palliative offerings target comfort and symptom control. Short-term respite stays accommodate primary caregivers who need temporary relief. On-site services encompass wound care, nutritional planning, social services, organized activities, and barber or beauty amenities, alongside meal options that accommodate medical and religious dietary needs.
Administrator Matthew Emmanuel Kuruvilla manages operations, supported by an on-staff physician. Staffing metrics show an average of 3 hours and 26 minutes of daily nurse coverage per resident across the location. Accepted funding methods cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment.
Interested older adults can connect directly with San Juan Care Center to inquire about room availability, evaluate financial options, or schedule a tour of the campus.
Farmington Wellness & Rehabilitation provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, and palliative care in Farmington, NM. Skilled nursing is available around the clock for residents who need ongoing nursing support, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. The home may be a good fit for someone recovering from surgery or injury who needs nursing care and rehabilitation services.
There are 50 beds, along with private rooms that give each resident a single personal living space. Rehabilitation services support recovery within the community. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or when someone needs help during a recovery period.
Nursing staff time totals 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day, representing the nursing care allocated across a full day. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare can help cover eligible short term skilled care, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Richard Samuelson serves as the administrator.
One hundred percent occupancy and a 21-day average stay. Those two numbers define what Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque is: a short-stay post-acute rehabilitation facility running at capacity. Every one of its 47 beds at 2701 Richmond Dr NE in Albuquerque’s Duke City Industrial Area is filled, and the residents cycling through them are there for a defined, clinical purpose before returning home.
The rehabilitation infrastructure supports that model. Inpatient rehabilitation services are on-site. Twenty-four-hour nursing care is in place. Total nursing staff time runs 3 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, with registered nurses accounting for 1 hour and 8 minutes of that directly. Private suites house residents during their stay; a library, beauty salon, private dining room, and fireplace fill out the setting. Restaurant-style dining draws on fresh and seasonal ingredients.
State inspections have tended to focus on medication management, infection prevention and control, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicaid is not, though at 21 days average and a near-total Medicare payer mix, this is rarely a placement issue for the rehabilitation population this facility serves. Administrator Edwardo Rivera leads operations under the Advanced Health Care brand.
What Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque is, plainly, is a tight, full-capacity short-stay nursing home with a focused clinical identity: post-acute rehabilitation, private suites, and a premium amenity footprint, in a moderately walkable Albuquerque neighborhood 3 miles from the city center.
Gallup Nursing & Rehabilitation delivers skilled nursing care, general nursing home support, and palliative services in Gallup, New Mexico. Palliative options concentrate on comfort management for serious health conditions, while short-term rehabilitation aids individuals recovering after hospital stays. Temporary respite care is also available to give regular family caregivers a planned break.
Administrator Sheena Isaacson manages the 62-bed location, where nursing logs reflect an average of 3 hours and 27 minutes of hands-on daily care per resident. An on-staff physician oversees clinical needs across the community.
Dining arrangements feature balanced meal planning capable of accommodating specialized dietary requirements and religious preferences. Payment plans accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.
Prospective families looking for recovery care or full-time nursing support can connect with Gallup Nursing & Rehabilitation to ask about current room availability, verify financial details, or schedule an in-person visit.
Grants Wellness & Rehabilitation provides nursing home, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing in Grants, New Mexico. With a doctor on-site, as well as 24-hour staffing, residents receive care as needed. The community’s rehabilitation services also provide residents with recovery-focused care to help improve functionality and mobility.
Administered by Richard Morgan, the home has 80 beds and is currently at 41% occupancy. Through respite care, the community can also accommodate older adults seeking temporary stays to give their usual caregiver time to recover. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident.
Meals are nutritionally balanced and meet medical and faith-based food requirements. Furthermore, dietary needs connected to health conditions or religious practice can be accommodated within the meal service. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Clayton Nursing and Rehab Center provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Clayton, New Mexico. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care allows a resident to stay for a short period while their usual caregiver travels or recovers, and palliative care centers on comfort and symptom management.
The center has 45 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time associated with each resident. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
Rehabilitation services cover subacute care, orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke and neuro recovery, cardiac care, IV therapy, pulmonary care, and bariatric care. Residents can therefore receive treatment related to these needs without relying only on outside rehabilitation arrangements. The personal beauty and barber shop, salon and spa, and expansive open courtyard provide on site spaces for grooming and time outdoors.
Wheelchair transportation is available to and from doctor appointments, which supports residents who need assistance getting to medical visits. A Walk Score of 63 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing or skilled care, memory support in a secured setting, short term respite, comfort focused care, or rehabilitation for one of the listed conditions.
Carolyn Kear serves as administrator, and 419 Harding Street Operations operates the center.
Odelia Healthcare operates a 119-bed nursing home in Albuquerque’s First Plaza neighborhood, providing skilled nursing care alongside rehabilitation programs and short-term respite stays. Clinical oversight is supported by an on-staff physician, and total nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 25 minutes per resident each day.
Administrative leadership is under Catherine Pannell. Payment arrangements cover standard funding routes, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Dining programs accommodate specific medical and faith-based dietary guidelines, while an on-site salon and spa are available on campus.
Interested families can get in touch with Odelia Healthcare to learn more about clinical capabilities, ask about current openings, and discuss financial planning.
Coronado Care Center in Portales, New Mexico, offers skilled nursing care, long-term nursing support, palliative care, and short-term respite stays. Palliative programs emphasize comfort and symptom relief for individuals facing serious health conditions, while respite admissions give regular family caregivers scheduled relief or recovery time.
Administrator Melissa Seratt oversees the 80-bed residence, which registered a 95% occupancy rate during its latest assessment. Nursing staff log an average of 3 hours and 53 minutes of direct daily care per resident. Facilities feature physical rehabilitation services, an attending staff physician, and an active salon and spa. Meal programs accommodate both medical dietary plans and faith-based nutritional guidelines.
Interested individuals seeking short-term respite stays or extended nursing care can reach out to Coronado Care Center to check current room availability or arrange a personal tour. Accepted payment options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in New Mexico
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Mexico?
Assisted living in New Mexico is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does New Mexico Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — New Mexico Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 57 nursing homes in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in New Mexico?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New Mexico, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in New Mexico?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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Nursing Homes in New Mexico at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Mexico. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Mexico. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Mexico. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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