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Sandia Ridge Center

2216 Lester Drive NE · Albuquerque, NM 87112 · 140 certified beds

5052964808

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

47

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Inspection history (57)

  • April 29, 2026 · E

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-29 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-29.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · D

    Citation F0635

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0635 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · D

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · F

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · F

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2026 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-20 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-20.GOV
  • March 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-10 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-10.GOV
  • March 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-10 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-10.GOV
  • February 20, 2026 · F

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-20 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-20.GOV
  • July 1, 2025 · E

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-01 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-01.GOV
  • March 27, 2025 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-27 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-27.GOV
  • March 27, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-27 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-27.GOV
  • March 27, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-27 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-27.GOV
  • March 27, 2025 · D

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-27 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-27.GOV
  • January 31, 2025 · E

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-31.GOV
  • January 31, 2025 · D

    Citation F0610

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-31.GOV
  • January 31, 2025 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-31.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $114,001

Staffing

Latest: 3.37 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.37 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.37 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

CMS Care Compare chain: Genesis Healthcare

Chain ID 237 · 187 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.4
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.5
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 3.6

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Summit Care LLC

    parent · PAC 0143131342

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical NM range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · NM$8,858/mo
See full NM cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · NM$9,125/mo
See full NM cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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