nursing home in Las Vegas, NM
La Vida Buena Healthcare
2301 Collins Drive, Las Vegas, NM 87701 · (505) 425-9362
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
La Vida Buena Healthcare at a glance
La Vida Buena Healthcare is a 102-bed for-profit nursing home in Las Vegas, New Mexico (San Miguel County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Mexico average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 2.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 21, 2024) found 27 health citations. The New Mexico average is 17.6.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $89,495.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.7% per year (state average 53.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 102
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Opco Skilled Management
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- San Miguel County
- CMS Certification Number
- 325065
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.78 hrs | 3.54 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.75 hrs | 2.20 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.49 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.7% | 53.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 53.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 27 | 18 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 226 | 160.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $89,495 | $45,849 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Mexico avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 102 | 101 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 91 | 85 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.5% | 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) | 1.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.3% | 14.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5.9% | 11.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.9% | 11.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 12.4% | 14.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.6% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.4% | 96.7% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 86.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 59.9% | 85.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 78 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 10, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 8, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| October 31, 2024 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| October 31, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 21, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | 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 3, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 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 August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 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 August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 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 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | 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 August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 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 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | 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 May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 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 May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0807 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 18, 2023 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| March 4, 2022 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0841 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 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 April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 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 April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 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 April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 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 April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2022 |
| March 4, 2022 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $89,495 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 29, 2026 | Fine | $16,350 |
| October 31, 2024 | Fine | $12,048 |
| June 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 21 days from July 31, 2024 |
| June 21, 2024 | Fine | $61,097 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2301 COLLINS DRIVE NM, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| CONTINUUM REHAB GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| GIBRALTAR TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| GREENBERG, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2024 |
| HANSEN HUNTER LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2025 |
| MILLENNIAL ACQUISITIONS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| NEW MEXICO PROPCO INVESTMENTS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| OPCO CA SKILLED MGMT INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| OPCO NM SKILLED MGMT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| THE WRIGHT GROUP CONSULTING, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| ZEMMIN, KRISTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| GARETZ, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| MEADOWS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2023 |
| CRESTVIEW TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| RIMPAU HOLDINGS TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| SASEM INVESTMENTS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| GURWITZ, SOLOMON Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| HAGINS, ELIZABETH Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| KAPLAN, ESTHER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| KAPLAN, MORDECHAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| MINDLE, ADAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| STERNSHEIN, JENNIFER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| UNGER, JEFFREY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| ZIMMERMAN, CAROLINE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| GARETZ, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2023 |
| MEADOWS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is La Vida Buena Healthcare's rating?
La Vida Buena Healthcare has 2 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 Buena Healthcare receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 27 citations, compared with a New Mexico average of 17.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does La Vida Buena Healthcare 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 Buena Healthcare?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Opco Skilled Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is La Vida Buena Healthcare and how do I contact it?
La Vida Buena Healthcare is at 2301 Collins Drive, Las Vegas, NM 87701. Phone: (505) 425-9362.
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.