Las Palomas Center

Nursing Home · Albuquerque, NM

CMS overall rating 1/5 SFF candidate Abuse citation For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number325036
CMS lists this nursing home as a Special Focus Facility candidate – one of the lowest-performing nursing homes in its state based on inspection history.
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

8100 Palomas Avenue Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Bernalillo County
Phone
(505) 821-4200
ZIP code
87109 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
97.0 (81% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Peak Medical New Mexico No 3 LLC
Chain
Genesis Healthcare (184 facilities, avg 2.4★)
Medicare certified since
March 22, 1983
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.9
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.8
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.51 (state 3.53 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.53 (state 0.63 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.19 (state 0.70 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.79 (state 2.21 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.01 (state 3.10 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
67.9 (state 53.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
50.0 (state 53.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
July 19, 2024
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
26.0 (state 17.8 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
6
Citations on record (3 years)
71 health · 9 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-04-10 Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-05-01
2026-02-09 Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
F0627 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-28
2025-11-25 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 K
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2026-01-07
2025-11-25 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 K
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2026-01-07
2025-11-25 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-01-07
2025-11-25 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-01-07
2025-11-25 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-01-07
2025-11-05 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2025-11-06
2025-11-05 Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
F0711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2025-11-06
2025-06-03 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-06-03 Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
F0849 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-08-07
2025-04-03 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 K
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
F0711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-03-15
2025-04-03 Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
F0577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-04-03 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-29
2025-01-02 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-05
2025-01-02 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-05
2025-01-02 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-10-23
2025-01-02 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F0919 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-05
2024-07-19 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 K
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
F0680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
F0868 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
F0925 · Environmental Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
F0625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22
2024-07-19 Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-22

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

3 penalties in the last three years, including $294,513 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-11-05Fine$106,750
2025-04-03Fine$149,042
2024-07-19Fine$38,721

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Peak Medical LLC (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Gen Operations I LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Gen Operations II LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Healthcare INC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Healthcare LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Holdings LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Sun Healthcare Group INC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Sunbridge Healthcare LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Whitman, Arnold (individual)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Noya, Lisa (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Woods, Bryan (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Berg, Michael (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Bridgeford, Laura (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Mendelson, Avi (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Noya, Lisa (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Woods, Bryan (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Las Palomas Center?

Las Palomas Center has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.9-star average in New Mexico.

How many beds does Las Palomas Center have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 97 residents per day.

Has Las Palomas Center been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 3 penalties totaling $294,513 in the last three years.

Who owns Las Palomas Center?

It is part of Genesis Healthcare and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Las Palomas Center?

(505) 821-4200. The facility is located at 8100 Palomas Avenue Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.