Occupancy rate
68%
In line with New Mexico averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Nursing Home in Rio Rancho
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
The Suites – Rio Vista
Nursing Home in Rio Rancho
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
The Suites – Rio Vista
At The Suites – Rio Vista, seniors can experience exquisite living during their senior years, with the added benefit of accommodating various insurances, including Medicare and most managed care plans. This exceptional facility offers an array of services, including post-acute rehabilitation in well-appointed private suites, as well as long-term semi-private options. With a strong emphasis on personalized care, they provide therapy programs, excellent meal services, and a warm welcome to guests, all backed by round-the-clock customer service.
The home also specializes in medical care, including services like wound care, various therapies, physician care, and impeccable hospitality. Its commitment extends to offering Medicaid nursing home options, ensuring accessibility for those seeking accessible quality care. Moreover, they cater to nursing home costs with tailored services such as cardio therapy and pain management. A dedicated stroke recovery team, driven by compassion, is another hallmark of their care.
With spacious and personalized skilled and long-term suites offering comfortable residence options, seniors have the flexibility to choose between private or semi-private accommodations. This remarkable senior living facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, not only prioritizes the security and well-being of its residents but also strives to provide accessible and compassionate care.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
136
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
67.6%
Residents per day (avg)
89
Occupancy rate
67.6%
Residents per day (avg)
89
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20.5M
Profit
$750.4K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20,483,229.00
Profit
$750,361.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$19.7M
136-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with New Mexico averageOccupied beds
92 / 136
Average residents
82 per day
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home
Expiration
February 28, 2026
Ownership & operating entity
The Suites – Rio Vista is legally operated by CABEZON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER, LLC, and administrated by JOSEPH FOXHOOD.
Contact Information
Fax:
(505) 891-4764
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Suites – Rio Vista
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
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.
11 visits/inspections
8 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
4 routine inspections
Results
11 with issues
0 without issues
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Latest inspection
Date
August 21, 2025
Routine90 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
11
New Mexico average 6.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Total health citations
86
New Mexico average 48.6
Citations per inspection
7.82
New Mexico average 7.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
52 of 86 citations resulted from standard inspections; 30 of 86 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 86 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
4
4
208% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3
0 critical citations
4 serious citations
81 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 22, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 22, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Aug 22, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Aug 22, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jul 17, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 17, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Rio Rancho The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
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The Suites – Rio Vista
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.
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Nursing
Rio Rancho (Unser Gateway)
136
75.2%
-5%
3.35
-17%
1
86
7.8
4
89
37
Cabezon Nursing And Rehab Center, Llc
$18.2M
$6.3M
34.9%
325127
Rio Rancho 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.
RIO RANCHO
120
91.8%
+16%
3.06
-24%
0
69
8.6
3
109
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Peak Medical Llc
$17.8M
$5.2M
29.5%
325033
Places of interest near The Suites – Rio Vista
3.6 miles from city center — 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Rust Medical Center)
2410 19th St SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
253
Employees
122
Contractors
131
Staff to resident ratio
2.94:1
96% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average ratio: 1.50:1
Avg staff/day
48
Average shift
8.6 hours
0% compared with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 8.6 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
37,512
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
57
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
34
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
109
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
19.2%
7,189 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 61
Registered Nurse: 47
Licensed Practical Nurse: 17
Feeding Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 61 | 109 | 13,146 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 17 | 34 | 4,661 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 47 | 57 | 4,120 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,656 | 91 | 100% | 10.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,024 | 78 | 86% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,779 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 9 | 1 | 10 | 1,608 | 71 | 78% | 6.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,412 | 80 | 88% | 8.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 832 | 67 | 74% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 2 | 0 | 2 | 808 | 79 | 87% | 9.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 729 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 584 | 65 | 71% | 5.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 536 | 51 | 56% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 509 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 61 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 260 | 65 | 71% | 4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 178 | 17 | 19% | 10.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 130 | 26 | 29% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
109 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
34 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
57 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
86%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
10 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
78%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
88%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
74%
2 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
87%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
70%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
71%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
56%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
71%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
67%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
19%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
29%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
86 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
21 residents (24.4%)
Medicaid
51 residents (59.3%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (16.3%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.7
62% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 9.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.2
60% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.1%
67% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 15.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.0%
73% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 18.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.6%
45% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 21.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
54% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
11% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.9%
305% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.5%
92% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.8%
47% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 12.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 98.7%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.25
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.25
102% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.61
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.78
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.78
5% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 2.64
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
16% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
75% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
15% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 86.4%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.9%
17% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 21.3%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.9%
31% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 15.9%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
In line with New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
49.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
49.3%
8% worse than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.0%
13% better than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
$94K
9% higher than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: $86K
Number of fines
1
62% fewer fines than New Mexico averageNew Mexico average: 2.6
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
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 averageNew Mexico average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$94K
New Mexico average
$86K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 4, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 4, 2023
$94K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Suites – Rio Vista based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
75.2%
↑ 10.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$750,361
↓ ~$988K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,791,251
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.1%
↓ 6.8pp vs 2022
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