CMS data shows New Mexico State Veterans Home earning a D grade with a score of 48/100, placing it below most facilities in New Mexico. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing levels at New Mexico State Veterans Home exceed national averages, with 5.98 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.38 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 64 deficiencies at New Mexico State Veterans Home, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, .
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 5.98 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.14 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 4.46 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 5.44 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.24 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0742 Severity HProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty,Dec 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity EHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Dec 26, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0791 Severity EProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.Dec 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Dec 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0623 Severity DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including aDec 26, 2024 · Resident Rights 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 | 6.9% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.4% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 25.4% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.4% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 15.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $44,226
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 48 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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