South Valley Care Center LLC
1629 Bowe Lane Sw · Albuquerque, NM · 87105 · 5058772200
58 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.19 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2025 · 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 November 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 3, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 14, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 3, 2025 | Payment Denial | 58 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 32E083 · certified since March 22, 2024. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.