Albuquerque, NM · 47 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Albuquerque's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,610–$12,200/mo
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La Vida Llena
10501 Lagrima De Oro Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87111 · Bernalillo County
4.0CMS overall rating(505) 296-6700
72
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (45 of 50 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Albuquerque
La Vida Llena is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Albuquerque, NM, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.89 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.06 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (66%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Albuquerque for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 45
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 325035
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,610–$12,200/mo (median $10,610) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,960–$6,260/mo (median $6,380) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Albuquerque prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.06
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.89
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-22Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-12-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-12-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
10501 Lagrima De Oro Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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How much does La Vida Llena cost?
La Vida Llena does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Albuquerque, NM area typically runs $9,610–$12,200 per month (median $10,610, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is La Vida Llena's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates La Vida Llena 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at La Vida Llena?
Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at La Vida Llena?
La Vida Llena has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does La Vida Llena have availability?
Typically 90% full (45 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does La Vida Llena offer?
La Vida Llena in Albuquerque, NM offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 50 beds.
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Data sources:CMS verified
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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