Desert Springs Health Care LLC
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
5715 North Lovington Highway · Hobbs, NM 88240 · 118 certified beds
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In Hobbs, New Mexico, White Sands Healthcare is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 118 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Opco Skilled Management. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 35 citations, the newest dated 12 March 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.16 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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Cited deficiencies
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Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
28
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
28
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
29
Records from March 2024 to March 2026.
January 13, 2025 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 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 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · C
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for 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 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 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 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · E
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · F
Citation F0575Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0575 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 13, 2025 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-13 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · D
Citation F0808Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0808 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · C
Citation F0577Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0577 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · D
Citation F0806Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 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 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 1, 2024 · E
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-01 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $21,528
November 18, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-136406CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $13,250 against this nursing home on 2025-11-18 (Fine ID: 136406). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
July 16, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-135680CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,278 against this nursing home on 2025-07-16 (Fine ID: 135680). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.16 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Opco Skilled Management
Chain ID 773 · 66 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Nursing Homes
Median · NM$9,125/moOther licensed providers in Hobbs, with their own public records.
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