With a score of 8/100, Santa Fe Care Center ranks in the bottom tier of New Mexico nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Santa Fe Care Center, with 0.33 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 56 deficiencies at Santa Fe Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 0.33 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.00 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.03 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 0.31 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 0.24 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.00 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoNov 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Apr 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity GImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Oct 24, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity GProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Oct 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 4.2% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 4.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 8.4% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.8% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 26.1% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.1% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 29.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $59,072
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 8 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -5 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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