nursing home in Farmington, NM

Cedar Ridge Inn

800 Saguaro Trail, Farmington, NM 87401 · (505) 598-6000

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • 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

Cedar Ridge Inn at a glance

Cedar Ridge Inn is a 101-bed for-profit nursing home in Farmington, New Mexico (San Juan County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Mexico average of 2.9.

Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 21, 2025) found 8 health citations. The New Mexico average is 17.6.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $35,406.

Nursing staff turnover is 40.9% per year (state average 53.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
101
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
June 20, 2002
Resident/family council
Resident
County
San Juan County
CMS Certification Number
325113

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.9 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.8 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.14 hrsNew Mexico average3.54 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New Mexico and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.14 hrs3.54 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.34 hrs0.63 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.36 hrs2.20 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.83 hrs3.10 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)40.9%53.3%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)44.4%53.6%42.9%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility8New Mexico average18U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New Mexico and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)8189Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)353Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)81160.280.6Average

Penalties

This facility2New Mexico average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New Mexico and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$35,406$45,849$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)221Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds101101107
Average residents per day948586
Occupancy93.3%84.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.4%New Mexico average3.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New Mexico and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1.4%3.5%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.6%5.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)14%14.5%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.4%0.9%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)9.1%11.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)11%11.7%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.9%4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)4.4%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)4.7%14.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)28.4%20%19%Worse
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)100%96.7%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0.9%New Mexico average1.1%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New Mexico and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Mexico avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.9%1.1%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)93.6%86.4%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.9%85.9%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 36 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 17, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
April 28, 2026
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
Corrected May 25, 2026
April 28, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
August 27, 2025
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2025
August 27, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
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 April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 18, 2025
February 21, 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 April 7, 2025
February 21, 2025
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 April 7, 2025
February 21, 2025
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 7, 2025
February 21, 2025
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 7, 2025
February 21, 2025
Standard
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 7, 2025
December 1, 2023
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 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 December 19, 2023
December 1, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
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
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Complaint
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0659
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
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 December 19, 2023
December 1, 2023
Standard
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2023
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 28, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 7, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 14, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 28, 2022
September 9, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 21, 2022
September 9, 2022
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 October 21, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $35,406 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
August 27, 2025Fine$27,040
December 1, 2023Fine$8,366

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BROWN, LAWRENCE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
GREENBERG, DAVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
KATZ, AHRON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/20/2025
KATZ, AHRON
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
FARMINGTON OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
KATZ, AHRON
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
O STREET OPERATIONS 2 LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE01/20/2025
BROWN, LAWRENCE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
GREENBERG, DAVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023
KATZ, AHRON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cedar Ridge Inn's rating?

Cedar Ridge Inn has 5 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 Cedar Ridge Inn receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a New Mexico average of 17.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Cedar Ridge Inn 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 Cedar Ridge Inn?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cedar Ridge Inn and how do I contact it?

Cedar Ridge Inn is at 800 Saguaro Trail, Farmington, NM 87401. Phone: (505) 598-6000.

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.