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Taos Healthcare
1340 Maestas Road, Taos, NM 87571
Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Taos Healthcare is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Taos, New Mexico, certified for 100 beds and caring for about 94 residents a day.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, above the New Mexico median of 3; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 3 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 72 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (18, 22, 32 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 72.0 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 47.5.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.0 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the New Mexico median of 3.4; nursing staff turnover is 33.3%.
72health deficiencies, 3 survey cyclesnone at actual-harm level
$0fines listed by CMS0 penalties in period
3.0nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.4
94%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)94 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Taos Co. median | New Mexico median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 72 | 72 | 49 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 72.0 | 72.0 | 47.5 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 33.3% | 33.3% | 52.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $19,971 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (1 in the county, 68 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: New Mexico average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 15 Jan 2026, 26 Sep 2024.
Severity mix: D ×29 E ×35 F ×8
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 14 Nov 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Dec 2025 |
| 14 Nov 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Dec 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0559 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. | E | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 4 Dec 2024 | F0761 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Jan 2025 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Complaint investigation | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | E | Complaint investigation | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | E | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0691 | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D | Standard survey | 26 Oct 2024 |
| 10 May 2024 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Jun 2024 |
| 10 May 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Jun 2024 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0585 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0774 | Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | F | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | F | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0809 | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | F | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | F | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0585 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | E | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 15 Aug 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 19 Oct 2023 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the New Mexico average. Turnover: nursing staff 33.3%, RNs 38.5%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | New Mexico median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 7.0% | 10.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.5% | 3.2% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 9.3% | 10.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 1.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 10.3% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Taos Healthcare Llc. Chain: Opco Skilled Management (66 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Healthcare LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Oxford Square LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Sasem Investments LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Wellington Hc Partners LLC | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Arroyo Healthcare LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Hansen Hunter LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| 1340 Maestas Road Nm, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Continuum Rehab Group LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Emerald Property Partners LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Hansen Hunter LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| New M Property Holdings, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Opco Ca Skilled Mgmt Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| Opco Nm Skilled Mgmt, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| The Wright Group Consulting, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Taos Healthcare been cited for?
72 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The New Mexico median is 49 per facility.
Has Taos Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Taos Healthcare compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.0 hours per resident per day against a New Mexico median of 3.4 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Taos Healthcare?
It is part of the Opco Skilled Management chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Arroyo Healthcare LLC, Oxford Square LLC and Sasem Investments LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Taos Healthcare last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 15 Jan 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 15 Jan 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.