Bear Canyon Rehabilitation
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Albuquerque, NM
ALM Inspection Grade D Info ALM's inspection grade is 65 / 100, a D — 17 points below the New Mexico average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.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. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Albuquerque, NM
ALM Inspection Grade D Info ALM's inspection grade is 65 / 100, a D — 17 points below the New Mexico average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.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. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Bear Canyon Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Bear Canyon Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Bear Canyon Rehabilitation

Settled in the peace and quiet Albuquerque, Bear Canyon Rehabilitation is a haven for those in need of short-term or long-term care, providing a warm and compassionate environment to support individuals on their journey to recovery. With 178 beds, Bear Canyon Rehabilitation is a large facility that offers ample space for residents to receive the care they deserve. The facility is committed to providing access to care for all, as it proudly participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs, offering financial assistance options to those who require it.
From skilled nursing services to rehabilitation therapies, each individual is treated with the utmost respect and compassion. The staff understands that healing is not just physical, but also emotional and mental, and they go above and beyond to create a nurturing environment that promotes holistic well-being.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 3.7% Below NM avg. ▼ 3.7% Below NM avg.NM average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
At NM avg. At NM avg.NM average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 1.7% Above NM avg. ▲ 1.7% Above NM avg.NM average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 6.4% Above NM avg. ▲ 6.4% Above NM avg.NM average: 3.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 13th out of 50 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for nurse hours. 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.
↑ 4% · NM 4h 3mThis facility: 4h 12m per resident per day, 4% above the New Mexico average of 4h 3m (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #13 / 50Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 13th out of 50 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New Mexico average, with a ranking across 50 New Mexico facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 12m

Standout metric: LPN / LVN is +74% above New Mexico average

3 of 6 metrics below New Mexico average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant32316320,43492100%9.8
Licensed Practical Nurse12284012,87792100%10
Nurse Aide in Training180182,7817885%8.7
Registered Nurse65111,7008795%9.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,6888997%6.7
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,5929199%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist7071,1707986%6.3
Medication Aide/Technician3031,1708693%9.6
Qualified Social Worker6061,0177278%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant6061,0158693%6.3
Mental Health Service Worker2027216470%7.8
Administrator2026546571%7.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0225055661%8.7
Nurse Practitioner1015046368%8
Dental Services Staff1014966267%8
Physical Therapy Aide1014946470%7.7
Other Social Services Staff1014755964%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician3032076470%2.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0331051112%9.6
RN Director of Nursing101741718%4.4
Medical Director202272830%1
63 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
40 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
18 Nurse Aide in Training
Coverage 85%
11 Registered Nurse
Coverage 95%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 178 Rank #3 / 54Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 3rd out of 54 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Mexico facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #34 / 47Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 34th out of 47 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Mexico facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
51 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #31 / 47Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 31st out of 47 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 47. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
72.9% This home usually has availability

Based on residents per day and 178 beds.

Similar to the New Mexico average: 75.1%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
130

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Aug 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
85 days

About This Community

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

6 services
Short-Term Rehab
Short-Term Rehabilitation
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

8 services
Doctor on Staff
Registered Nurses
Physiatry Services
Podiatry Services
Wound CareCare for wounds such as pressure sores, surgical wounds, or ulcers, including assessment, dressing changes, and monitoring for infection.
X-Ray Services
Pain Management
Heparin Therapy

Memory & Specialized Care

2 services
Palliative CareCare focused on relieving pain, symptoms, and stress while supporting quality of life. It can be provided alongside treatment for a serious illness.
Psychiatric Services

Additional Services

7 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Mail and Newspaper Service
Pharmaceutical Delivery Service
Discharge Planning
Housekeeping
Social Work & Case Management
TransportationListed as: Coordinated transportation

Amenities & Lifestyle

Sun Room
Garden
Courtyard
Beauty Salon
Cable Tv
Internet Access
Laundry
Activities
Pet Therapy

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Bear Canyon Rehabilitation.
  • In-room dining available.

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room

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CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Jun 2026

ALM Inspection Grade

65 / 100 Calculated from CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds
How it compares

17 points below the New Mexico average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100)

Category breakdown

Citations Concern

325 severity-weighted points (69 deficiencies) · 2× higher than the typical CMS-certified NM facility (median: 179)

Enforcement Concern

$167,434 in fines · 5 enforcement actions

Persistence Typical

39 days to fix issues · about the same as the typical CMS-certified NM facility (median: 39)

Inspection grade: 65 out of 100, letter grade D.
Total health inspections
14 ↑ 84% · NM 7.6This facility: 14, 84% above the New Mexico average of 7.6 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
69 Rank #37 / 50Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 37th out of 50 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New Mexico State average, with a ranking across all 50 NM facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 38% · NM 50This facility: 69, 38% above the New Mexico average of 50 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
4.93 Rank #12 / 50Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 12th out of 50 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New Mexico mean across 50 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 26% · NM 6.62This facility: 4.93, 26% below the New Mexico average of 6.62 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 69 of 69 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 69 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
4 ↑ 300% · NM 1This facility: 4, 300% above the New Mexico average of 1 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
1 ↑ 11% · NM 0.9This facility: 1, 11% above the New Mexico average of 0.9 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
64 ↑ 35% · NM 47.4This facility: 64, 35% above the New Mexico average of 47.4 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · NM 0.6This facility: 0, 100% below the New Mexico average of 0.6 (among New Mexico facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jun 26, 2026 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 24 of 69 citations · 8 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jun 26, 2026 2 citations
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
May 08, 2026 1 citation
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Dec 18, 2025 2 citations
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 03, 2025 3 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Feb 10, 2025 11 citations
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy critical citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Dec 10, 2024 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Oct 10, 2024 2 citations
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Jan 25, 2024 1 citation
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Jan 16, 2024 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Dec 22, 2023 3 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Oct 13, 2023 21 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected

Showing the 50 most recent of 69 citations.

Top deficiency categories
Share of 69 citations
Quality of Life & Care 24 deficiencies (35%)
Resident Rights 16 deficiencies (23%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 9 deficiencies (13%)
Pharmacy Services 8 deficiencies (12%)
Infection Control 4 deficiencies (6%)
Nursing & Physician Services 4 deficiencies (6%)
Nutrition & Dietary 3 deficiencies (4%)
Environmental 1 deficiency (1%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

48 of 69 citations resulted from standard inspections; 19 of 69 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 69 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

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.

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Penalties and 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 Aug 2026)

Total fines on record $167K Rank #50 / 50Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 50th out of 50 nursing homes we track in New Mexico for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the New Mexico average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 50 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
149% higher than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: $67K

Number of fines on record 5
123% more fines than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 2.2

Payment denials on record Info 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 average

New Mexico average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $167K
New Mexico average $67K
Penalty History

Penalties imposed by CMS in the past 3 years.

Penalties issued more than 3 years ago are included in the totals above, not in this list.

4 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 10, 2025
$40K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Oct 10, 2024
$14K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 22, 2023
$99K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Oct 30, 2023
$3K

Last updated: Aug 2026

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the New Mexico average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↓ 20% · NM 3.8This facility: 3.0, 20% below the NM average of 3.8 (among NM facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↑ 22% · NM 3.3This facility: 4.0, 22% above the NM average of 3.3 (among NM facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 7.1 Score · lower is better ≈ 0% · NM 7.1This facility: 7.1, level with the NM average of 7.1 (among NM facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 10.8 Score · lower is better ↓ 25% · NM 14.3This facility: 10.8, 25% below the NM average of 14.3 (among NM facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 6 better, 5 worse, 2 near NM average

8 short-stay measures: 2 better, 3 worse, 3 compared with US only

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

71% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 127
Medicare
7
5.5% of residents
Medicaid
109
85.8% of residents
Private pay or other
11
8.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2024.

For-profit
Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$256.2KFiscal year ending 12/2024
For-profit Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024 Rank #3 / 46Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 3rd out of 46 nursing homes we track in New Mexico. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the New Mexico average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$256.2KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$9.5KFiscal year ending 12/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #11 / 46Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 11th out of 46 nursing homes we track in New Mexico. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the New Mexico average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024 41.2% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #40 / 46Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 40th out of 46 nursing homes we track in New Mexico. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the New Mexico average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$19.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (71% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
579 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 17%
Private pay 71%
Medicaid 13%
Discharges
587 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 13%
Private pay 64%
Medicaid 22%

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Address 8.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Bear Canyon Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.81 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital)

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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.
Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
SNF
Albuquerque
47
Facility 47
NM AVG 103
Rank #49 / 54
C-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 75.1%
Rank #1 / 47
+33%
3.62
Facility 3.62
NM AVG 4.04
Rank #29 / 50
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +24%-11%
$39.9k
Facility $39.9k
NM AVG $68.8k
Rank #34 / 50
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 50.0
Rank #1 / 50
3.8
Facility 3.8
NM AVG 6.6
Rank #3 / 50
447-
62
Facility 62
NM AVG 57
Rank #25 / 47
New Ahc Holdings, LLC
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $12.0M
Rank #30 / 46
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $6.1M
Rank #31 / 46
52.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 52.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG 52.4%
Rank #25 / 46
325119
Odelia Healthcare ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
PC
SNF
Ne Albuquerque (First Plaza)
119
Facility 119
NM AVG 103
Rank #18 / 54
A
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
NM AVG 75.1%
Rank #5 / 47
+27%
3.42
Facility 3.42
NM AVG 4.04
Rank #37 / 50
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +44%-16%
$4.1k
Facility $4.1k
NM AVG $68.8k
Rank #24 / 50
31
Facility 31
NM AVG 50.0
Rank #10 / 50
5.2
Facility 5.2
NM AVG 6.6
Rank #15 / 50
1114-
90
Facility 90
NM AVG 57
Rank #1 / 47
Odelia Healthcare LLC
$19.5MFiscal year ending 08/2025
Facility $19.5MFiscal year ending 08/2025
NM AVG $12.0M
Rank #7 / 46
$9.4MFiscal year ending 08/2025
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 08/2025
NM AVG $6.1M
Rank #3 / 46
48.5%Fiscal year ending 08/2025
Facility 48.5%Fiscal year ending 08/2025
NM AVG 52.4%
Rank #22 / 46
325060
Bear Canyon Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Albuquerque (Oso Grande)
178
Facility 178
NM AVG 103
Rank #3 / 54
D
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
NM AVG 75.1%
Rank #31 / 47
-3%
4.20
Facility 4.20
NM AVG 4.04
Rank #13 / 50
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -49%+4%
$167.4k
Facility $167.4k
NM AVG $68.8k
Rank #50 / 50
69
Facility 69
NM AVG 50.0
Rank #37 / 50
4.9
Facility 4.9
NM AVG 6.6
Rank #12 / 50
5130-
51
Facility 51
NM AVG 57
Rank #34 / 47
Karen Jenkins
$19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $12.0M
Rank #3 / 46
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $6.1M
Rank #11 / 46
41.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 41.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG 52.4%
Rank #40 / 46
325125
Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Albuquerque (Hodgin)
134
Facility 134
NM AVG 103
Rank #7 / 54
B-
35.8%
Facility 35.8%
NM AVG 75.1%
Rank #45 / 47
-52%
3.96
Facility 3.96
NM AVG 4.04
Rank #16 / 50
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +6%-2%
$8.2k
Facility $8.2k
NM AVG $68.8k
Rank #25 / 50
84
Facility 84
NM AVG 50.0
Rank #47 / 50
5.6
Facility 5.6
NM AVG 6.6
Rank #19 / 50
148A+
73
Facility 73
NM AVG 57
Rank #11 / 47
Albuquerque Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center LLC
$19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $12.0M
Rank #4 / 46
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG $6.1M
Rank #4 / 46
45.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 45.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
NM AVG 52.4%
Rank #33 / 46
325069
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
Ne Albuquerque (Herrera)
134
Facility 134
NM AVG 103
Rank #7 / 54
?
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
NM AVG 75.1%
Rank #18 / 47
+16%
3.84
Facility 3.84
NM AVG 4.04
Rank #20 / 50
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -6%-5%
$57.5k
Facility $57.5k
NM AVG $68.8k
Rank #35 / 50
46
Facility 46
NM AVG 50.0
Rank #22 / 50
3.8
Facility 3.8
NM AVG 6.6
Rank #3 / 50
1117-
59
Facility 59
NM AVG 57
Rank #27 / 47
Renaissance Health Care, LLC
$16.4MFiscal year ending 05/2025
Facility $16.4MFiscal year ending 05/2025
NM AVG $12.0M
Rank #16 / 46
$5.7MFiscal year ending 05/2025
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 05/2025
NM AVG $6.1M
Rank #30 / 46
34.8%Fiscal year ending 05/2025
Facility 34.8%Fiscal year ending 05/2025
NM AVG 52.4%
Rank #45 / 46
325131

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in New Mexico

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
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

NM NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General New Mexico resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NM

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
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)

Age 55+
General 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

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+
General 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

Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$36,000/year individual, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

Benefits
Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Bear Canyon Rehabilitation

What neighborhood is Bear Canyon Rehabilitation in?

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation is in the Oso Grande neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Is Bear Canyon Rehabilitation in a walkable area?

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation has a walk score of 51. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Bear Canyon Rehabilitation?

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation's occupancy is 72.9%.

Are pets allowed at Bear Canyon Rehabilitation?

No, Bear Canyon Rehabilitation has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Bear Canyon Rehabilitation?

The team at Bear Canyon Rehabilitation can be reached at corporatecivilrightscoordinator@genesishcc.com.

Does Bear Canyon Rehabilitation operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation is registered as a for-profit.

What is the overall rating for Bear Canyon Rehabilitation?

Bear Canyon Rehabilitation received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

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