Nursing Homes in Santa Clara, New Mexico
Santa Clara has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 200 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
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.09 vs state
Total Beds
200
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
68 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Santa Clara
Fort Bayard Medical Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Santa Clara
When it comes to nursing home care in Santa Clara, NM, the options are concerning. The standout is Fort Bayard Medical Center, but don't be fooled by the name. This facility has accumulated a staggering $84K in fines and has received a dismal Grade F rating. Families should think twice before considering this location, as the market here offers limited options that do not meet acceptable standards for quality care.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Santa Clara that warrant a visit, as all options have significant concerns. Given the lack of good choices, families should explore neighboring cities like Silver City or Bayard, where there are more facilities with better reputations. In those areas, you may find facilities that at least have a clean record or a higher staffing ratio, though it’s essential to still conduct thorough visits and assessments.
Skip Fort Bayard Medical Center entirely due to its serious issues, including that alarming $84K in fines and its overall Grade F. One practical tip for visiting any facility is to observe the overall cleanliness and staff interactions with residents. This can provide insight into the quality of care being offered. Make sure to ask direct questions about staff training and resident care practices to gauge the environment before making a decision.
Santa Clara at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Santa Clara is stable
Questions Santa Clara 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; Santa Clara avg is 1.14 hrs (68 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, New Mexico
Santa Clara, New Mexico's Grant County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 200 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Santa Clara vs. New Mexico: Near State Average
Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, 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: Meeting Standards in Santa Clara
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.
Santa Clara facilities average 1.14 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Santa Clara resident receives approximately 68 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Santa Clara 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
Santa Clara has no non-profit nursing homes—all 0 facilities with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 facilities are 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, New Mexico?
Santa Clara has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 200 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 Santa Clara?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Santa Clara include:
- • Fort Bayard Medical Center — Grade F, 33/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Santa Clara nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara Nursing Homes
Santa Clara 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.