Nursing Homes in Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico
Truth Or Consequences has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 135 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
135
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
18 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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improved vs last year
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Top Rated in Truth Or Consequences
New Mexico State Veterans Home
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About Nursing Home Care in Truth Or Consequences
When it comes to nursing home care in Truth or Consequences, NM, families should approach the market with caution. The standout is New Mexico State Veterans Home, but unfortunately, this facility has received a disappointing Grade F from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Overall, the nursing home options in this city are concerning, and families are better off exploring neighboring cities for more viable care choices.
Unfortunately, there are no recommended facilities in Truth or Consequences that meet the standards families should expect. The lack of well-staffed, non-profit options means that families may want to look towards nearby areas such as Elephant Butte or Socorro to find facilities with better reputations. Those locations may offer clearer choices, as the nursing home landscape in Truth or Consequences lacks any facilities with positive attributes like zero fines or high CMS ratings.
Families should definitely skip New Mexico State Veterans Home due to its Grade F, which indicates serious deficiencies in care. Additionally, this facility has a troubling record of safety concerns, making it a risky choice for your loved ones. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask specific questions about staffing levels, care plans, and any past violations to ensure your family member's needs will be adequately met.
Truth Or Consequences at a Glance
Good News
- • 0 facilities meet quality standards (B grade or better)
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Truth Or Consequences is stable
Questions Truth Or Consequences 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; Truth Or Consequences avg is 0.30 hrs (18 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico
Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico's Sierra County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 135 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Truth Or Consequences vs. New Mexico: Near State Average
Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences, 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 Truth Or Consequences
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.
Truth Or Consequences facilities average 0.30 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Truth Or Consequences resident receives approximately 18 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Truth Or Consequences 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
Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico?
Truth Or Consequences has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 135 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 Truth Or Consequences?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Truth Or Consequences include:
- • New Mexico State Veterans Home — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Truth Or Consequences nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Truth Or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences Nursing Homes
Truth Or Consequences 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.