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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Princeton Health & Rehabilitation
500 Louisiana Boulevard Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87108 · Bernalillo County
Discover Princeton Health & Rehabilitation—Albuquerque’s largest skilled nursing and rehab center, offering compassionate, expert care.
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Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Albuquerque
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Albuquerque, NM, with 369 certified beds and an average of about 276 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.72 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 26 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $154,457 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
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.69 hrs/resident/day)
- •26 deficiencies at last survey
- •$154,457 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Albuquerque options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 369
- Avg. residents/day
- 276
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 325045
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 |
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
- 3.69
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.72
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.8%
- 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)
- 26
- Federal fines
- 2 ($154,457)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (53 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-27Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-11-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-11-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2025-11-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-25 | Fine | $142,392 |
| 2025-07-25 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-07-30 | Fine | $12,065 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
500 Louisiana Boulevard Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Princeton Health & Rehabilitation
How much does Princeton Health & Rehabilitation cost?
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation 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 Princeton Health & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Princeton Health & Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Princeton Health & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.69 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Princeton Health & Rehabilitation?
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation has 53 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Princeton Health & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Princeton Health & Rehabilitation offer?
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 369 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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