Quick answers
- Where is La Vida Llena?
- 10501 Lagrima De Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.
- What is the phone number of La Vida Llena?
- (505) 296-6700, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of La Vida Llena?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has La Vida Llena been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for La Vida Llena.
- What did inspectors find at La Vida Llena?
- In its last three inspection cycles (June 29, 2023 to December 22, 2025), Medicare lists 21 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (June 29, 2023 to December 22, 2025), La Vida Llena had 21 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.92 hours per resident per day; the New Mexico average is 3.58 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: December 22, 2025 — 11 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 22, 2025 (complaint investigation); December 22, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 11 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0583 Level E
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0604 Level E
“Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.”
F0637 Level E
“Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: September 12, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 12, 2024 (standard health inspection); May 28, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0602 Level D
“Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Earlier cycle: June 29, 2023 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 29, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0925 Level F
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (4)
K0500 Level E
“Meet other general requirements that are deficient.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0351 Level E
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0926 Level E
“Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | New Mexico | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.80 | 0.65 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.67 | 0.71 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.45 | 2.22 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.92 | 3.58 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.41 | 3.14 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.64 | 0.48 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 60.9% | 53.5% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 60.0% | 54.0% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 58 |
| Average residents per day | 49.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – other |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1983-03-28 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 10501 Lagrima De Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 |
| County | Bernalillo County |
| State | New Mexico |
| Phone | (505) 296‑6700 |
| CMS Certification Number | 325035 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Bear Canyon Rehabilitation Center0.5 mi · Albuquerque, NM · 3 of 5 stars
- Canyon Transitional Rehabilitation Center, LLC0.6 mi · Albuquerque, NM · 4 of 5 stars
- Sandia Ridge Center2.4 mi · Albuquerque, NM · 1 of 5 stars
- Uptown Rehabilitation Center3.4 mi · Albuquerque, NM · 2 of 5 stars
- Las Palomas Center3.6 mi · Albuquerque, NM · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Lovelace Women's Hospital4.0 mi · Albuquerque, NM · Acute Care Hospital
- UNM Hospital6.3 mi · Albuquerque, NM · Acute Care Hospital
- VA New Mexico Healthcare System6.3 mi · Albuquerque, NM · Federal/VA Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13