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The 10 Worst Nursing Homes in New Mexico
Discover the worst nursing homes in New Mexico, identified for their substandard care, regulatory violations, and overall poor performance.
Finding the Right Nursing Home in New Mexico: Why It Matters
When it comes to choosing a nursing home for your loved ones in New Mexico, it's crucial to have access to accurate and comprehensive information. Our "Worst Nursing Homes in New Mexico" page aims to provide you with insights into the facilities that have fallen short in various aspects of care. Understanding these ratings can help you make more informed decisions and ensure the well-being of those who matter most.
Top Worst Nursing Homes in New Mexico
Our state rankings highlight the nursing homes in New Mexico that have received the lowest quality scores based on a variety of factors, including health inspections, staffing levels, and resident care. These scores are designed to give you a clear picture of which facilities may require closer scrutiny.
Factors Considered:
- Health and safety inspections
- Staffing ratios
- Resident care and outcomes
- Compliance with federal and state regulations
Our scoring methodology is transparent and designed to provide an unbiased look at each facility's performance. Nursing Homes with the warning icon () have been flagged by CMS for abuse.
| Nursing Home | Rating |
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Las Palomas Center 8100 Palomas Avenue Ne Albuquerque, NM |
555.00 / |
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Sandia Ridge Center 2216 Lester Drive NE Albuquerque, NM |
532.50 |
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Casa De Oro Center 1005 Lujan Hill Road Las Cruces, NM |
290.75 |
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Calibre Post Acute, LLC 2029 Sagecrest Ave Las Cruces, NM |
285.00 |
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Las Cruces Village Nursing and Rehabilitation LLC 3025 TERRACE DRIVE LAS CRUCES, NM |
273.00 / |
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Casa Maria Healthcare 1601 South Main Street Roswell, NM |
270.50 |
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Los Alamos Wellness and Rehabilitation 1011 Sombrillo Court Los Alamos, NM |
268.75 / |
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Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 9150 Mcmahon Boulevard NW Albuquerque, NM |
266.75 |
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Casa Real 1650 Galisteo Street Santa Fe, NM |
264.25 Rating Not Available |
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La Vida Buena Healthcare 2301 Collins Drive Las Vegas, NM |
264.00 |
Disclaimer: Our rankings are based on data collected from reputable sources, including government reports and independent evaluations. While we strive for accuracy, we encourage you to visit facilities and conduct your own research before making any decisions.
Worst Nursing Homes in New Mexico By City
Every city in New Mexico has its own set of challenges and standards when it comes to nursing home care. To help you find the information most relevant to your location, we've compiled city-specific rankings of the worst-rated nursing homes. Click on the links below to explore the detailed lists for each city.
Worst Nursing Homes in Albuquerque
Worst Nursing Homes in Las Cruces
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Las Cruces Village Nursing and Rehabilitation LLC (273)
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. (2025-10-31)
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (2025-10-31)
Worst Nursing Homes in Santa Fe
Worst Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho
Worst Nursing Homes in Los Lunas
Related Lists and Resources
While it's important to be aware of the lowest-rated facilities, we also provide resources to help you find the best care available. Check out our other lists to find top-rated nursing homes and facilities that excel in specific areas.
Making Informed Decisions
Understanding our rankings and how they are derived can empower you to make better choices for your loved ones. Remember, a low rating in one area doesn't necessarily mean a facility is entirely unsuitable; it's a starting point for further investigation.
Tips for Evaluating Nursing Homes in New Mexico:
- Schedule visits to potential facilities
- Speak with staff and residents
- Review recent inspection reports
- Consider the specific needs of your loved one
Disclaimer: NursingHomeDatabase.com does not have a relationship, either commercial or otherwise, with any of the skilled nursing facilities referred to on this site. This is an independent resource that tries to make more and better information available to the public.
More Resources for Families
Navigating the world of nursing home care can be overwhelming. Here are some resources to help you make the best decisions for your family:
How We Compile Nursing Home Ratings in New Mexico
Every month, we rank all of the skilled nursing facilities in New Mexico. These rankings are based on data provided by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid measures ("CMS"), including the CMS 5-Star Rating System and the Health Inspection Scores. The list of the Worst Skilled Nursing Facilities in New Mexico is based on the weighted overall health inspection score which is a composite of CMS's three most recent skilled nursing home inspection scores weighted to give the most recent inspection more importance.
The CMS 5-Star Rating System rates skilled nursing facilities from one to five stars, with one star being the lowest and five stars being the highest. The rating system also rates New Mexico nursing homes across five different dimensions including overall rating, health inspection rating, quality measures rating, overall staffing rating, and RN staffing rating (RN is an acronym for Registered Nurse).