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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 TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
$7.0M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.4M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
34.8%*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
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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
La Vida Buena Healthcare, in Las Vegas, NM, carries palliative care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. That nursing side of that list is the ongoing part, clinical support with no discharge date attached. Palliative care answers a different question because it aims at comfort while treatment continues.
Rehabilitation and respite care are named services here as well. There are 102 beds inside, and each resident’s day contains 3 hours and 14 minutes of nursing care.
Private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid are the three routes accepted, which is three answers to the question of who pays. Gandhi Anyanhun is the administrator. Recovery work is handled in the building.
Dietary and Nutritional Needs Management is a named program here, so medical diets belong to the clinical list. A doctor is on staff.
Overview of The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community
The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, envisions a vibrant independent living community where seniors can embrace diverse living options tailored to their evolving needs. Committed to providing comprehensive care, the community offers specialized independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services within a unified campus. Their mission is to create a supportive haven, ensuring residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, receive necessary assistance, or access specialized care, fostering a thriving environment for all.
Apartments at The Neighborhood are thoughtfully designed and equipped with modern independent living amenities such as kitchens, washers and dryers, patios or balconies, internet and cable access, and emergency call systems, promoting comfort and peace of mind. Residents can bask in the community’s scenic beauty while indulging in various amenities, including a library, dog park, swimming pool, gardening area, chapel, fitness center, and beauty and barber shop. For those with dementia, secure outdoor spaces are provided, allowing them to wander freely in a safe environment.
Rio Rancho Center is a nursing home in Rio Rancho, NM, providing licensed nursing care on site around the clock. It suits someone who needs ongoing nursing support in a residential setting. The center has 120 beds, and its 95% occupancy means most beds are filled at a given time, which can affect current availability.
Total nurse staffing is 3h 36m per resident/day, representing the total nursing time available for each resident across a day. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Olivia Armijo serves as administrator, and Peak Medical New Mexico No. 3 operates Rio Rancho Center.
Casa Maria Healthcare provides nursing home, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Roswell, NM. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while palliative care focuses on comfort and support for people living with serious illness. The community has 118 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall capacity.
Rehabilitation services support residents working toward recovery, and wound care is available as part of the health care services. Social services can help with practical and emotional needs during a stay, while dietary and nutritional needs management supports meals planned around individual requirements. An on-site salon and spa provides personal care services without requiring residents to leave the community.
Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover, so Casa Maria Healthcare may be a good fit for families seeking temporary support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 26m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Carolyn Perryman-Johnson serves as administrator, and a doctor is on staff.
Calibre Post Acute is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Las Cruces, NM, offering both long term and short term care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while the two care options support either an ongoing residence or a temporary stay. This may suit someone who needs nursing support and could require either short term care or a longer stay.
The home has 120 beds and an 82% occupancy rate, which shows its total capacity and how full it is at present. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with long term costs for eligible residents, and private pay uses personal funds. Philip Nickse serves as the administrator.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 18 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A registered nurse is available at all times through 24/7 RN coverage. Physical therapy and rehabilitation services let residents receive therapy at the facility, while wound care, diabetic care management, pain management groups, IV therapy, and CPM therapy address specific clinical needs. Monthly outings offer scheduled opportunities to take part in activities away from the community, and room choices include private rooms for single occupancy or semi private rooms shared with another resident.
Laguna Rainbow Nursing Center is a 58 bed nursing home in Casa Blanca, NM, offering palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support residents who need ongoing residential care with licensed nursing available around the clock, while palliative care focuses on comfort for someone living with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, so the range of services can support a family whose care needs change over time or who needs temporary help.
The center opened in 1979. With 58 beds, it is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another, and total nurse staffing is 6 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Laguna Rainbow serves Native elders, with traditional Native American meals, including special diets, for residents whose dietary needs or cultural food preferences call for tailored meals. Cultural and wellness activities are available, while the Restorative Nursing Program supports residents working to maintain daily abilities.
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available as rehabilitation services addressing movement, everyday function, and communication. Non emergency and specialized wheelchair transportation is available for residents who need accessible transportation for non emergency travel. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Juanita Correa serves as the administrator, and Laguna Rainbow operates the center.
Mission Arch Center is a nursing home in Roswell, NM, providing residential nursing care and support with daily needs. It may be a good fit for someone whose needs require ongoing nursing care in a residential setting.
The community has 120 beds. Each resident is allocated 3 hours and 22 minutes of hands-on nursing time per day, reflecting the total nurse staffing level. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment pathways for covered or privately funded care. Peak Medical Roswell operates the community, and Kevin Quigley serves as administrator.
Casa De Oro Center offers skilled nursing and nursing home care, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Las Cruces, NM. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for residents with an advanced illness, and palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief alongside other treatment. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.
The range of services may be a good fit for families seeking post-hospital rehabilitation, ongoing nursing support, comfort-focused care, or temporary care. Private and semi-private rooms are available, and a private hospice room gives hospice residents a dedicated space for comfort-focused care. Short-term rehabilitation supports recovery after a hospital stay, while long-term care serves residents who need ongoing nursing home services.
Grooming is available through the beauty salon and barber. The cafe’s always-available menu options and in-room dining give residents more than one way to receive meals. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet during the stay.
The home has 158 beds, so the community includes more residents and staff and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4h 19m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time per resident. Casa De Oro Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay. Mary Snyder serves as administrator, and Peak Medical Las Cruces No.2 operates the community.
Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation operates a 105-bed nursing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, offering skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. Specialized palliative support addresses symptom relief, while temporary respite programs give primary family caregivers time away. Physical rehabilitation programs work alongside general medical oversight provided by a staff physician.
Daily operations run under the direction of administrator Kristina Mares. Total nurse staffing across the facility averages 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident each day. Dining services feature nutritionally balanced meals tailored to accommodate specific medical diets or religious dietary standards. Payment structures include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Prospective residents and their families can contact Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation to learn more about specific care programs, review accepted funding plans, and schedule an on-site visit of the area.
In Los Alamos, NM, Los Alamos Wellness & Rehabilitation is licensed for palliative care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care. Residential care backs a resident needing ongoing help and nursing services, and the skilled side means a licensed nurse is present at any hour somebody needs one.
Palliative care goes at comfort and symptom management. Rehabilitation services aim at recovery and at functional goals. The community has 64 beds, and respite is available for the short stay a family caregiver needs while traveling or mending.
Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or a brief respite stretch are the three reasons somebody would come here. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay each work, on covered care or on a private arrangement.
Daily nursing per resident is 3 hours and 45 minutes. A staff doctor and a dietary and nutritional needs management program fill out the medical and everyday support. Canisha Hill is the administrator.
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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