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Aztec Healthcare

500 Care Lane, Aztec, NM 87410 · San Juan County

Providing 24/7 Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation to Farmington, NM and Surrounding Areas for over 30+ years. Give us a call today! 505-334-9445

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (97 of 112 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Aztec

Aztec Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aztec, NM, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day. It operates as part of the Opco Skilled Management network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.93 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $94,953 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (2.93 hrs/resident/day)
•$94,953 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Aztec, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 112
Avg. residents/day: 97
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Opco Skilled Management
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 325071

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,830–$11,200/mo (median $9,740)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Farmington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 2.93; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.46; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 62.3%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 11
Federal fines: 3 ($94,953)
Total penalties: 4
Last standard survey: 2024-06-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-28Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-12-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2024-12-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-09-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-09-18	Fine	$26,685
2025-09-18	Payment denial	—
2024-12-18	Fine	$15,931
2024-06-07	Fine	$52,337

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

500 Care Lane, Aztec, NM

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Google

4.6

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Common questions about Aztec Healthcare

How much does Aztec Healthcare cost?

Aztec Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Aztec, NM area typically runs $8,830–$11,200 per month (median $9,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Aztec Healthcare's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Aztec Healthcare 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Aztec Healthcare?

Staff provide about 2.93 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Aztec Healthcare?

Aztec Healthcare has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Aztec Healthcare have availability?

Typically 87% full (97 of 112 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Aztec Healthcare offer?

Aztec Healthcare in Aztec, NM offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 112 beds.

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