La Vida Buena Healthcare

La Vida Buena Healthcare is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

La Vida Buena Healthcare is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

La Vida Buena Healthcare

LAS VEGAS, NM 87701 View Map

La Vida Buena Healthcare is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

La Vida Buena Healthcare is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

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Overview of La Vida Buena Healthcare
La Vida Buena Healthcare is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Las Vegas, NM. It offers a range of services including health care, rehabilitation, and social services to help patients regain independence. 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)

Nurse hours per resident 2.75/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 102

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 78.5%
Residents per day (avg) 90
Occupancy rate
78.5%
Residents per day (avg)
90

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

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$9.0M
Operating loss
-$700.4K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$9,044,439.00
Operating loss
$-700,358.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
46.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.6M
Total costs $9.7M
Bed community size
102-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Facility Type
Nursing Home

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 325065
Awards: Mitigation Medal in Q1 for excellence in infection control and prevention efforts.

Ownership & operating entity

La Vida Buena Healthcare is administrated by GANDHI ANYANHUN.

Owner name: LA VIDA BUENA HEALTHCARE LLC

Care Services

Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Health Care, Activities, Social Services, Wound Care, Rehabilitation, Dietary and Nutritional Needs Management
Operating Hours
24/7

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are nutritionally balanced and meet medical and faith-based food requirements.
Meals Included
Yes

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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
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Address LAS VEGAS, NM 87701

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

107
Total Staff
104
Employees
3
Contractors
31,569
Total Hours (Quarter)
40
Avg Staff/Day
8.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse139 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse610.8 No
Certified Nursing Assistant279.5 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
56 staff
9.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
21 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
1.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
19 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
57 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant270279,13191100%9.5
Other Dietary Services Staff180185,02891100%8.7
Registered Nurse112133,30691100%9
Licensed Practical Nurse6062,5378998%10.8
Physical Therapist110112,35491100%8
Medication Aide/Technician6062,10391100%10
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,2398492%8.3
Occupational Therapy Aide3031,0537987%8
Nurse Aide in Training3031,0448897%9.1
Administrator2026817785%8.4
Nurse Practitioner1015526571%8.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician4045456571%5.1
Dietitian1015046066%8.4
Dental Services Staff1014595965%7.8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist2024376167%6.9
Physical Therapy Aide1014195560%7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant101944347%2.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113533%11.6
Qualified Social Worker202342022%1.7
RN Director of Nursing1011767%2.8

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 8
18% above New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 6.8

Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total Health citations 72
48% above New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 48.6

9 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 50 citations
Complaint investigations 25 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 1
9% below New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 1.1
Serious Health citations 3
131% above New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 1.3
Moderate Health citations 66

Minor Health citations 2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 24, 2025

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 24, 2025

Nursing Services moderate citation Jul 24, 2025

Nursing Services moderate citation Jul 24, 2025

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: OPCO
Resident Census by Payment Source
87 Total Residents
Medicare 4 (4.6%)
Medicaid 58 (66.7%)
Private Pay/Other 25 (28.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 7.9
18% better than New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 9.6
Functional decline score 13.8
25% better than New Mexico average
New Mexico average: 18.3
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 12.4%
21% below New Mexico average.

Walking Ability Worsened 13.3%
27% below New Mexico average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 15.6%
26% below New Mexico average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 3.0%
11% below New Mexico average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 4.7%
19% below New Mexico average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.0%
100% below New Mexico average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 0.0%
100% below New Mexico average.

Antipsychotic Use 12.5%
2% below New Mexico average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 98.0%
1% above New Mexico average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%
1% above New Mexico average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 6.0%
3% above New Mexico average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 97.5%

13% better than New Mexico average
Antipsychotic medication increase 0.5%

63% better than New Mexico average
Influenza Vaccine 92.9%

8% better than New Mexico average

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 $96K
This home paid 12% more in fines than the state average.
New Mexico average: $86K
Number of Fines 8
This home received 205% more fines than the state average.
New Mexico average: 2.6
Payment Denials 1
This home had 96% more payment denials than the state average.
New Mexico average: 0.5
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Oct 31, 2024
$12K
Civil Money Penalty Jun 21, 2024
$61K
Payment Denial Jun 21, 2024
21 days
Civil Money Penalty Sep 11, 2023
$11K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors

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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.

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