The Nm Behavioral Health Institute at Las Vegas
3695 Hot Springs Boulevard · Las Vegas, NM · 87701 · 5054542100
176 certified beds Government - State
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.69 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.82 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 27% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $18,353 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2025
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2025
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G August 23, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 23, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 21, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 23, 2024 | Fine | $18,353 |
| August 23, 2024 | Payment Denial | 9 days |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 325104 · certified since September 29, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.