nursing home in Albuquerque, NM
La Vida Llena
10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 · (505) 296-6700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
La Vida Llena at a glance
La Vida Llena is a 58-bed non-profit nursing home in Albuquerque, New Mexico (Bernalillo County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New Mexico average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 22, 2025) found 11 health citations. The New Mexico average is 17.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 64.2% per year (state average 53.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 58
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 28, 1983
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bernalillo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 325035
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.15 hrs | 3.54 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.83 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.59 hrs | 2.20 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 64.2% | 53.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 53.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 18 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 63 | 160.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $45,849 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 58 | 101 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 85 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81% | 84.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.7% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.3% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 14.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 30.8% | 11.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 41.1% | 11.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.1% | 2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 5.8% | 14.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 98.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 96.7% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 86.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.2% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 22, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| May 28, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2023 |
| April 14, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 1, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is La Vida Llena's rating?
La Vida Llena has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Mexico nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did La Vida Llena receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a New Mexico average of 17.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does La Vida Llena accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns La Vida Llena?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is La Vida Llena and how do I contact it?
La Vida Llena is at 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Phone: (505) 296-6700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.