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Sandia Ridge Center

2216 Lester Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87112 · Bernalillo County

Sandia Ridge Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 2216 Lester Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, Mental Health and Recovery, VA Contracted, and .

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (127 of 140 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

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Sandia Ridge Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Albuquerque, NM, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 127 residents per day. It operates as part of the Genesis Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $114,001 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.37 hrs/resident/day)
•20 deficiencies at last survey
•$114,001 in federal fines
•In the CMS Special Focus Facility program

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At a glance

Certified beds: 140
Avg. residents/day: 127
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Genesis Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 325032

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	$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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.37; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.64; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 51.4%; 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 (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 20
Federal fines: 1 ($114,001)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2023-01-13
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (57 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-29Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-03-20Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy 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…

2026-03-20Severity F — 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.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

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
2025-05-28	Fine	$114,001

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

2216 Lester Drive Ne, Albuquerque, 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

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Common questions about Sandia Ridge Center

How much does Sandia Ridge Center cost?

Sandia Ridge Center 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 Sandia Ridge Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sandia Ridge Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sandia Ridge Center?

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sandia Ridge Center?

Sandia Ridge Center has 57 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-01-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sandia Ridge Center have availability?

Typically 90% full (127 of 140 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sandia Ridge Center offer?

Sandia Ridge Center in Albuquerque, NM offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.

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