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Nursing Home in New Mexico

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.

Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home

Nursing Home in New Mexico

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.

Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home

1905 WEST PIERCE STREET, CARLSBAD, NM 88220 View map
Overview of Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home is a skilled nursing facility located in Carlsbad, NM. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and assisted living. The facility is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a faith-based environment.
(575) 885-3161

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.
3/5
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.
4h 7m per day

This home provides 5% more nursing time per resident than the New Mexico average.

New Mexico average: 3h 55m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 112

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 83.3%
Residents per day (avg) 79
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day (avg)
79

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

23% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 months

Medicaid

31% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$15.6M
Surplus of revenue
$286.4K
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$15,634,437.00
Surplus of revenue
$286,393.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.9M
44.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
Total costs $15.3M
Bed community size
112-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 Number325087
Awards2025 Silver Achievement in Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home is administrated by Joanna Knox.

Owner NameLAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN HOME OF THE SOUTHWEST, INC.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Physical Therapy

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Long Term Care
Home Health
Hospice

Contact Information

Fax(575) 885-3250

Amenities & Lifestyle

8 amenities
Daily Activities
Arts And Crafts
Sing-Alongs
Bible Classes
History Classes
Parties
Entertainment
Short Excursion Trips
ActivitiesDaily activities including arts and crafts, sing-alongs, Bible classes, history classes, parties, entertainment, and short excursion trips.
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Long Term Care, Assisted Living, Home Health, Hospice, Physical Therapy, Independent Living
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree cafeteria-style meals served daily in the Assisted Living Dining Room. Meals planned and supervised by a Registered Dietitian.
Meals IncludedYes
Contact Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

New Mexico average 6.8


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 31

New Mexico average 48.6

Citations per inspection
7.75

New Mexico average 7.31


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

29 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.3

0 critical citations More info New Mexico average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info New Mexico average: 1.3

30 moderate citations More info New Mexico average: 45.6

1 minor citation 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. Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 05, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Apr 05, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around New Mexico 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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Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
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.

CARLSBAD
112
83.3%
+6%
4.11
+17%
+2%
0
31
7.8
0
79
-
Knox, Joanna
$13.3M
$6.9M
51.9%
325087
Betty Dare Wellness & Rehabilitation LLC
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.

ALAMOGORDO
90
53.5%
-32%
3.50
+18%
-13%
0
52
8.7
0
54
-
Brechtelsbauer, David
$7.3M
$2.6M
36.2%
325061
Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
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.

BELEN
120
88.7%
+12%
3.44
+20%
-14%
2
44
7.3
1
111
-
Wilson, Emmanuel
$12.1M
$5.0M
41.7%
325068
Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Llc
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.

ARTESIA
65
72.5%
-8%
3.82
+23%
-5%
0
35
5.0
1
46
-
Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Llc
$6.3M
$3.9M
60.9%
325128
Aztec Healthcare, LLC
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.

AZTEC
86
91.2%
+16%
3.20
-34%
-20%
3
33
5.5
4
82
A+
-
$9.6M
$4.8M
50.7%
325071

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 118
Employees 113
Contractors 5
Staff to resident ratio 1.49:1
0% compared with New Mexico average

New Mexico average ratio: 1.50:1

Avg staff/day 46
Average shift 7.3 hours
15% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 8.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 30,726
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.5%

163 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Other Physician: 1 Feeding Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Nurse Aide in Training450459,65191100%7.3
Certified Nursing Assistant280289,34891100%7.5
Registered Nurse160164,72991100%7.1
Licensed Practical Nurse6061,9428998%8
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,3627684%6.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3037856369%7.8
Dietitian1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner2025036470%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014756167%7.8
Administrator1014475662%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2024065763%6.4
Physical Therapy Assistant1013316167%5.4
Occupational Therapy Aide0111041314%8
Qualified Social Worker101403943%1
Dental Services Staff1013444%8.5
Medical Director0111933%6.4
Feeding Assistant0111822%9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111833%6
Other Physician011411%3.5
45 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 100%
28 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 98%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 84%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 63%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 14%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 43%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 2%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
79 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (10.1%)
Medicaid
56 residents (70.9%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (19%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

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. 18.5
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 18.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.1%
28% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 15.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 18.5%
In line with 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 16.8%
20% better 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 5.0%
50% worse 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 11.2%
91% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
114% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.8%
52% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.7%
58% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% 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%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.5%
11% 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 96.3%
11% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 86.4%

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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.