Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hobbs, New Mexico
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hobbs (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New Mexico statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
198
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Hobbs, New Mexico, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a lack of options for families. Notably, Desert Springs Health Care LLC stands out with a B rating and 5 stars, but families should be aware of the overall scarcity of choices in the area.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Desert Springs Health Care LLC (70) — Desert Springs Health Care LLC boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this for-profit facility offers 80 beds and has maintained a clean record with zero fines, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents.
The other 1 Hobbs facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Desert Springs Health Care LLC boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this for-profit facility offers 80 beds and has maintained a clean record with zero fines, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hobbs Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Hobbs Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Hobbs's city average is 4.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Hobbs facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hobbs avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hobbs facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Hobbs, NM are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hobbs (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hobbs "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Hobbs?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.