Sandia Ridge Center

2216 Lester Drive NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87112

Phone: (505) 296-4808

1/5Much Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 1/5 stars — "Much Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 3.9 hrs/resident/day is near the national average (~3.8).
Has received 2 fines totaling $205,248 — review the penalties section for details.
46 deficiencies recorded, including 7 severe.
CMS records show an abuse-related flag for this facility. Contact the state ombudsman for details.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Much Below Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Average

Quality Measures

Much Below Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	3.95
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.68
Staff Turnover Rate	51.9%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$205,248

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	140
Average Residents/Day	120.1
Ownership Type	For profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	325032

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Sandia Ridge Center?

Sandia Ridge Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Much Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Sandia Ridge Center have?

Sandia Ridge Center is a large facility with 140 certified beds and an average of 120.1 residents per day. It is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

What is the staffing level at Sandia Ridge Center?

Sandia Ridge Center provides 3.95 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is near the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.68 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 51.9%.

Has Sandia Ridge Center received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Sandia Ridge Center has received 2 fines totaling $205,248 and 3 total penalties. The facility has 46 recorded deficiencies, including 7 severe.

What type of ownership is Sandia Ridge Center?

Sandia Ridge Center is classified as "For profit - Corporation" by CMS.

Is Sandia Ridge Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Sandia Ridge Center is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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