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South Valley Care Center LLC

1629 Bowe Lane Sw, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Score: 85 / 100

Among nursing homes in New Mexico, South Valley Care Center Llc stands out with an A grade and a score of 85 out of 100. It ranks in the 90th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at South Valley Care Center Llc, with 3.16 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 inspections identified 8 deficiencies at South Valley Care Center Llc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.16 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.48 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.28 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.12 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.28 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

8
Total Deficiencies
Sep 9, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 8 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Sep 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Sep 9, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity E
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Jul 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0605 Severity D
    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
    Jul 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 0.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.4% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 53.8% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.1% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 3.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 6.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 85 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
62
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6

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