The Nm Behavioral Health Institute At Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NM · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 325104) · 162 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: 1 totaling $18,353 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (505) 454-2100 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The NM Behavioral Health Institute At Las Vegas has a CMS overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the New Mexico state average of 2.85. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 5 stars.
This facility provides an average of 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours per resident per day, and has a CMS staffing rating of 5 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 25.4%.
CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $18,353.00 and 1 payment denial for this facility. The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility status for this location.
About this facility
The NM Behavioral Health Institute At Las Vegas is a government (state)-owned nursing home in Las Vegas, San Miguel County, New Mexico, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since September 1995. The facility has 162 certified beds and an average daily census of 107.4 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare data, the facility holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the New Mexico state average of 2.85. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 4 stars, quality measure (QM) rating of 3 stars, and staffing rating of 5 stars.
Nurse staffing levels average 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 25.4%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $18,353.00, and 1 instance of payment denial for this facility. There is no indication in the data that CMS has applied its abuse warning icon to this facility, and no Special Focus Facility status is listed in the provided data.
The data provided does not indicate this facility is part of a multi-facility chain, nor does it indicate a change of ownership within the past 12 months.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the facility and on Medicare Care Compare, as ratings and records are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the New Mexico state average of 2.85.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Staff provide 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 5 stars and 25.4% nursing turnover.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $18,353.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 162 certified beds with an average daily population of 107.4 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by the State government, and the data provided does not indicate it is part of a multi-facility chain.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since September 29, 1995.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures (QM); this facility scores 5, 4, 5, and 3 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 5054542100 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 5054542100 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest official data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/325104?state=NM.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.