Las Palomas Center

Albuquerque, NM • CMS Certification: 325036

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 1 Stars
  • Address: 8100 Palomas Avenue Ne, Albuquerque NM 87109
  • Phone: 5058214200

About Las Palomas Center

Las Palomas Center, located in Albuquerque, NM, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Las Palomas Center

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 3.28 hrs
  • Safety Record Issues

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the GENESIS HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 187 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.3
Staffing
2.5
Quality
3.6

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Below Average Staffing

Las Palomas Center provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.66 hrs/day
State: 0.63 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.61
Quality Adj: 0.73

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.68 hrs/day
State: 1.35 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.77
Quality Adj: 1.13

Certified Assistants

1.60 hrs/day
State: 2.24 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.09
Quality Adj: 1.77

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 1
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 4
Staffing 3

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 700 Jul 19, 2024
Weighted Average 647 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 21.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 10.0%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 1.4%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 2.7%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 19.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 6.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 1.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 2.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 1.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 87.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 20.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 12.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 98.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 81.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 2.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 13.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 12.9%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 4 complaints
  • 2024: 12 complaints
  • 2025: 32 complaints
  • 2026: 6 complaints
  • Total: 54 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Feb 28, 2026 Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Jan 07, 2026 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Jan 07, 2026 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Jan 07, 2026 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Jan 07, 2026 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Jan 07, 2026 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Nov 06, 2025 Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Nov 06, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Aug 07, 2025 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Aug 07, 2025 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Aug 07, 2025 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Aug 07, 2025 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Aug 07, 2025 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Aug 07, 2025 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Aug 07, 2025 Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Apr 29, 2025 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Apr 29, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Apr 29, 2025 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Apr 29, 2025 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Apr 29, 2025 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Apr 29, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Apr 29, 2025 Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Apr 29, 2025 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Apr 29, 2025 Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Apr 29, 2025 Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Apr 29, 2025 Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Apr 29, 2025 Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Apr 29, 2025 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Mar 15, 2025 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Feb 05, 2025 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Feb 05, 2025 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Feb 05, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Oct 23, 2024 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Apr 09, 2024 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Apr 09, 2024 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Apr 09, 2024 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Apr 09, 2024 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Apr 09, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Apr 09, 2024 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Jan 05, 2024 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Jan 05, 2024 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Jan 05, 2024 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Jan 05, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jan 05, 2024 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Aug 01, 2023 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Aug 01, 2023 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Aug 01, 2023 Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
May 30, 2023 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

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Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

PEAK MEDICAL NEW MEXICO NO 3 LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

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Frequently Asked Questions

Las Palomas Center has a 1-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.28 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Las Palomas Center is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 120 certified beds.

Las Palomas Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Las Palomas Center directly at 5058214200. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Las Palomas Center, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.

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