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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)

  • July 23, 2024 · C

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for 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 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
  • May 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-07 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-07.GOV
  • November 29, 2023 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-29 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-29.GOV
  • November 29, 2023 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-29 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2023-12-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-29.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · L

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity L: widespread, immediate jeopardy) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · L

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity L: widespread, immediate jeopardy) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0726

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · L

    Citation F0610

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity L: widespread, immediate jeopardy) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • January 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0679

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-01-13 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-01-13.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · D

    Citation F0636

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · E

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · D

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 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 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · E

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · G

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · E

    Citation F0679

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · E

    Citation F0676

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.GOV
  • November 23, 2021 · E

    Citation F0745

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-11-23 under CMS tag F0745 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-03-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-11-23.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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