Nursing Homes in Belen, New Mexico
Belen has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at New Mexico's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.09 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
26 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Top Rated in Belen
Belen Meadows Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Belen
When it comes to nursing home care in Belen, NM, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, but it comes with significant concerns, earning a Grade D. Unfortunately, the overall market for nursing home care in Belen is limited, and none of the facilities fully meet the standards families should seek for their loved ones. While there are no major red flags like fines or abuse citations, the lack of good options suggests families should consider looking at neighboring cities for better care.
If you do wish to explore options in Belen, Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is the only facility in town. While it has a clean record with zero fines, its overall performance and care quality leave much to be desired. Families should visit the facility to assess its atmosphere and staff engagement, but be prepared for some limitations in service quality. Given the lack of alternatives, it may be more beneficial to look at facilities in nearby cities like Los Lunas or Albuquerque for better choices.
Families should definitely skip Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center if they prioritize high-quality care, as its Grade D rating signifies significant concerns regarding overall standards. The facility's staffing levels are also problematic, as it does not meet the criteria for being well-staffed. When visiting any facility, always pay attention to the interactions between staff and residents; this can provide invaluable insight into the level of care your loved one will receive.
Belen at a Glance
Good News
- • 0 facilities meet quality standards (B grade or better)
Be Aware
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Belen is stable
Questions Belen Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Belen avg is 0.44 hrs (26 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Belen facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Belen, New Mexico
Belen, New Mexico's Valencia County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 120 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Belen vs. New Mexico: Near State Average
Belen nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to New Mexico's statewide average of 2.91 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Belen, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Belen
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Belen facilities average 0.44 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Belen resident receives approximately 26 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Belen facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Belen has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Belen may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Belen perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby New Mexico cities for additional options. The following New Mexico cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Albuquerque — 18 facilities
- Las Cruces — 6 facilities
- Farmington — 4 facilities
- Roswell — 3 facilities
- Rio Rancho — 3 facilities
- Clovis — 3 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Belen, New Mexico?
Belen has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above New Mexico's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Belen?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Belen include:
- • Belen Meadows Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center — Grade D, 46/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Belen nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Belen as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Belen Nursing Homes
Belen offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.