Ladera Center

Ladera Center is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Ladera Center is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Ladera Center

5901 Ouray Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120 View Map

Ladera Center is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

Ladera Center is a Nursing Home in New Mexico

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Overview of Ladera Center

Ladera Center features a 116-bed skilled nursing facility that caters to individuals in need of post-hospital care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or respite care. The center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, providing financial assistance options for those who require it. As a VA contracted center, Ladera is also dedicated to empowering veterans with high quality care. 
They have shared and private suites to accommodate different preferences, and essential services such as laundry, salon, meal preparation, and housekeeping are provided, along with additional amenities that promote ease and vitality. In Ladera Center, residents can find support on their journey to recovery or long-term care, forming genuine connections and making new memories along the way. 

(505) 836-0023
Home Information Ladera Center
  • This nursing home maintains occupancy well above most state peers, signaling sustained demand. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.

  • Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.

  • Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights hover around the statewide average, supporting a diversified mix.

Occupancy
Beds
120
Occupancy
94.8%
Total Bed Days Available
43800
Avg. Length of Stay
93 days
Avg. Residents per Day
110
Finance
Home Revenue
$14,325,368.00
Payroll Costs
$4,611,124.00
Profit
$90,204.00
Total Home Costs
$13,149,329.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
32.2%
House Specifics:
CCN
325037
Owner Name
ALLEN, KENNY
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Bernalillo
Type of Control
Voluntary Nonprofit — Church
Operations
Total Admissions
416
Total Discharges
407
% Medicaid Admissions
24%
% Medicare Admissions
15%
% Private Pay Admissions
61%
% Medicaid Discharges
31%
% Medicare Discharges
11%
% Private Pay Discharges
57%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
1 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3.61 hrs
Number of Fines
2
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
29892
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
1835
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
6228
Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Nursing Home
License Expiration
August 31, 2026

Ownership & operating entity

Ladera Center is legally operated by PEAK MEDICAL NEW MEXICO NO. 3, LLC, and administrated by KENNY ALLEN.

Administrator: KENNY ALLEN
Nonprofit ownership: No

Contact Information

Fax: (505) 833-4149
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Inspection History

In New Mexico, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

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Address 3.7 miles from city center

Address 5901 Ouray Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120

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Comparison Chart

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

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Albuquerque
120
No
57
ALLEN, KENNY
94.8%
$14,325,368.00
$4,611,124.00
32.2%
110.10
1/5
3.6096
1/5
3/5
3/5
2
Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Albuquerque
47
No
62
HANSEN, RALPH
96.2%
$13,854,191.00
$3,924,477.00
28.3%
45.50
5/5
3.9309
4/5
3/5
5/5
3
Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Albuquerque
134
No
73
HICKS, DAVID
90.8%
$17,916,159.00
$7,031,882.00
39.2%
124.00
3/5
3.6721
2/5
4/5
5/5
3
Bear Canyon Rehabilitation
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Albuquerque
178
No
51
JENKINS, KAREN
78.3%
$15,236,125.00
$4,321,994.00
28.4%
116.60
2/5
3.4389
2/5
2/5
2/5
5
Good Samaritan Society
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Albuquerque
117
No
87
SANDERS, ABBY
49.7%
$9,808,333.00
$4,794,449.00
48.9%
78.20
5/5
3.9533
5/5
3/5
5/5
2

Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

139
Total Staff
124
Employees
15
Contractors
38,422
Total Hours (Quarter)
48
Avg Staff/Day
8.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse109.2 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse219.4 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant459.4 No
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
95 staff
9.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
26 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
4.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.9%
of total hours from contractors
2,255 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3 Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4504514,32191100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse183217,66891100%9.4
Medication Aide/Technician110113,65991100%10.1
Registered Nurse91102,92191100%9.2
Nurse Aide in Training6061,5156167%10.9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,50391100%8.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4049876774%8.4
Mental Health Service Worker3039416774%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist6178936875%6.9
RN Director of Nursing2026096066%6.1
Administrator2025296470%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0114505055%9
Other Social Services Staff2024406875%3.8
Physical Therapy Assistant4264327178%5.9
Nurse Practitioner1014165257%8
Physical Therapy Aide1123765459%7
Qualified Social Worker1013716470%5.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician5162856774%4.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant044701213%5.8
Medical Director011371719%2.2

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jun 2022 – May 2025)

9
Inspections
70
Total Citations
4
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
7.78
Citations/Inspection
May 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
2
Moderate (D-F)
63
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
4
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
21
30% of total
Resident Rights
17
24% of total
Pharmacy Services
5
7% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
4
6% of total
Infection Control
2
3% of total
Environmental
1
1% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 53
Complaint Investigations 19
State Comparison (NM)
Avg Citations (State)
48.6
This Facility: 70
Avg Critical (State)
1.1
This Facility: 4
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
May 27, 2025 F EnvironmentalF0920 Corrected
May 27, 2025 E Nursing ServicesF0711 Corrected
May 27, 2025 F Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
May 27, 2025 E Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
May 27, 2025 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
May 27, 2025 D Quality of CareF0697 Corrected
May 27, 2025 E Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
May 27, 2025 E Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 D NutritionF0803 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 D Quality of CareF0676 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 J Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Oct 28, 2024 J Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Jul 23, 2024 E Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Mar 20, 2024 E Quality of CareF0679 Corrected
Mar 20, 2024 E Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Mar 20, 2024 E Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Oct 31, 2023 E Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Oct 31, 2023 J PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 H Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0604 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 F NutritionF0803 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D PharmacyF0757 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Quality of CareF0679 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 K Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Quality of CareF0687 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Quality of CareF0692 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Quality of CareF0698 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Quality of CareF0790 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Care PlanningF0636 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Care PlanningF0655 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Resident RightsF0552 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 E Resident RightsF0583 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 C Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Sep 06, 2023 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
May 23, 2023 E Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
May 23, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Centennial Care Community Benefit
NM Medicaid Centennial Care
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • NM Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
  • Services: 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)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
New Mexico Older Americans Act Services
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics: Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
  • Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Centennial Care Community Benefit

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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.
NM NFCSP Respite

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • NM Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day).
New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
New Mexico LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics:
    Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
New Mexico SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • NM Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NM Specifics:
    Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.

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