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Nursing Home in Albuquerque

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.

Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Albuquerque

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.

Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation

Overview of Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation
Fiesta Park Wellness and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Albuquerque, NM. It offers a range of services including health care, rehabilitation, and social services to assist patients in their recovery. The facility provides 24-hour nursing care and personalized attention to meet the unique needs of each guest.

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.
4/5
New Mexico average: 2.9/5
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.
4/5
New Mexico average: 2.8/5
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.
4/5
New Mexico average: 2.9/5
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.
4/5
New Mexico average: 3.6/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 45m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the New Mexico average.

New Mexico average: 3h 55m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 30m per day 37m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 14m per day 2h 14m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 13m per day 3h 7m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 5m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 22m per day 28m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 105

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 92.5%
Residents per day (avg) 100
Occupancy rate
92.5%
Residents per day (avg)
100

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 19 days

Private pay

59% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 18 days

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$21.4M
Operating loss
-$561.2K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$21.4M
Operating loss
-$561.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.7M
36.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.2M
Total costs $22.0M
Bed community size
105-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number325123

Ownership & Operating Entity

Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation is administrated by Kristina Mares.

Owner NameFIESTA PARK WELLNESS & REHABILITATION

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(505) 944-7090

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsHealth Care, Activities, Social Services, Wound Care, Rehabilitation, Dietary and Nutritional Needs Management
Operating Hours24/7

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMeals are nutritionally balanced and meet medical and faith-based food requirements.
Meals IncludedYes

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Inspection History

In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.

6 visits/inspections

4 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

1 routine inspections

Results

6 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date May 15, 2025
Complaint Investigation

38 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Mexico average: 30 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

New Mexico average 6.8


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 40

New Mexico average 48.6

Citations per inspection
6.67

New Mexico average 7.31


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

34 of 40 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 40 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
9% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 1
23% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.3

1 critical citation More info New Mexico average: 1.1

1 serious citation More info New Mexico average: 1.3

38 moderate citations More info New Mexico average: 45.6

0 minor citations More info New Mexico average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Albuquerque The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.

5 facilities compared · CMS & NM Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Good Samaritan Society
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Highland Business)
117
51.8%
-34%
3.95
+105%
-2%
2
38
6.3
1
78
87
Sanders, Abby
$10.1M
$5.3M
52.1%
325074
Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Duke City Industrial Area)
47
90.1%
+14%
3.93
+12%
-2%
3
18
3.0
4
46
62
Hansen, Ralph
$14.9M
$4.4M
29.4%
325119
Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque
105
92.5%
+17%
3.75
-40%
-7%
1
40
6.7
2
100
-
-
$21.4M
$7.7M
36.1%
325123
Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Hodgin)
134
91.5%
+16%
3.67
+36%
-9%
3
81
6.8
1
124
73
Hicks, David
$19.2M
$8.0M
41.9%
325069
Bear Canyon Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Oso Grande)
178
76.5%
-3%
3.44
-22%
-14%
5
68
5.7
6
117
51
Jenkins, Karen
$17.1M
$6.8M
39.7%
325125

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 142
Employees 140
Contractors 2
Staff to resident ratio 1.37:1
9% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average ratio: 1.50:1

Avg staff/day 58
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 8.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 45,076
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 49
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.1%

58 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4904915,94391100%8.9
Licensed Practical Nurse170177,08591100%9.8
Medication Aide/Technician130133,94291100%9.9
Registered Nurse91103,49191100%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff8082,54791100%8.5
Physical Therapist9091,90791100%6.4
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist8081,6058088%7
Physical Therapy Aide4041,2617077%7.2
RN Director of Nursing3031,2447785%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0337279%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician6069768897%6.3
Dietitian1016137279%8.5
Nurse Aide in Training1015395156%10.6
Occupational Therapy Aide1015338492%6.3
Administrator1015046369%8
Nurse Practitioner1015046369%8
Physical Therapy Assistant5054816571%5.8
Qualified Social Worker1014196167%6.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014035156%7.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114878%6.9
49 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
9 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
8 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 88%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 77%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 85%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 79%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 97%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 79%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 56%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 92%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 56%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
104 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
12 residents (11.5%)
Medicaid
52 residents (50%)
Private pay or other
40 residents (38.5%)
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.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.5
20% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 9.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 21.1
15% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 18.3

Long-stay resident measures
Above average New Mexico avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.4%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 15.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.2%
38% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 18.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.7%
8% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 21.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 10.7%
84% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
9% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.7%
63% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 12.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 97.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 98.7%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.76
71% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.61

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.86
30% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 2.64

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average New Mexico avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.1%
15% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 86.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.1%
8% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 86.4%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.9%
8% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 21.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 14.3%
10% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 15.9%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 56.2%
5% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 64.5%
28% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 50.6%

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 Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $21K
75% lower than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: $86K

Number of fines 1
62% fewer fines than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 2.6

Payment Denials 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 $21K
New Mexico average $86K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 4, 2023
$21K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled, New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Age 55+, NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+, NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

None in NM (unique among states).

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Mexico LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Mexico SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.

~$36,000/year (individual, projected).

Not assessed.

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