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Nursing homes in Sierra County, New Mexico
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Sierra County, New Mexico, with 225 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (49%). Inspectors recorded 98 health deficiencies over three cycles, 43.6 per 100 beds against 49.4 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $64K across 2 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Sierra County | New Mexico | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 68 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 49% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 43.6 | 49.4 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 6.0 | 3.4 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $64K | $2.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paloma Springs Healthcare LLC | T Or C | 94 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 41 | 43.6 | $20K | 25 Jun 2026 |
| New Mexico State Veterans Home | Truth Or Consequences | 131 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 57 | 43.5 | $44K | 14 May 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | 6 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 5 |
| F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | 5 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 4 |
| F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | 4 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Government | 1 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: Opco Skilled Management (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Sierra County, New Mexico?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 225 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Sierra County have the highest CMS ratings?
Paloma Springs Healthcare LLC (4 stars), New Mexico State Veterans Home (3 stars)
How do Sierra County nursing homes compare with New Mexico?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 49% statewide; citations run at 43.6 per 100 beds against 49.4 statewide.