Sandia Ridge Center
2216 Lester Drive Ne · Albuquerque, NM · 87112 · 5052964808
140 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Genesis Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (3 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$114,001 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.37 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.64 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $114,001 |
Inspection citations (57 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F February 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · C July 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 7, 2024 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 22, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · L January 13, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 28, 2025 | Fine | $114,001 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 325032 · certified since December 1, 1981. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.