Bernalillo County, New Mexico · Nursing home
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation
2 of 5 overall from CMS
500 Louisiana Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 2.9
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.61 hours Above the state average of 3.54
- Nursing staff who left in a year 45.4% Below the state average of 53.3%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 55 2 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $154,457 2 fines
- Certified beds in use 77.6% of 369 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation is a 369-bed nursing home in Albuquerque, New Mexico (Bernalillo County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.61 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the New Mexico average of 3.54. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $154,457 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 369
- Residents per day (average)
- 286.5
- Certified since
- 1986 (40 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Princeton Health & Rehabilitation
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 2 fines totaling $154,457 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 29 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Jul 25, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the New Mexico average is 17.9. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 3.24 hours per resident on weekends against 3.61 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 New Mexico average 2.9
- Health inspections 2 of 5 New Mexico average 2.7
- Staffing 4 of 5 New Mexico average 2.9
- Quality measures 4 of 5 New Mexico average 3.8
The vertical line marks the New Mexico average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.61 h New Mexico average 3.54
- Nurse aides 2.34 h New Mexico average 2.20
- Licensed practical nurses 0.51 h New Mexico average 0.70
- Registered nurses 0.76 h New Mexico average 0.63
- All staff, weekends 3.24 h New Mexico average 3.10
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 7 hours. The vertical line marks the New Mexico average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover45.4%
- New Mexico average53.3%
- Registered nurse turnover59.5%
- New Mexico average53.6%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the New Mexico and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Mexico | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 6.1% | 11.3% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.2% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.2% | 2.0% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.7% | 96.7% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 7.7% | 11.7% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 10.7% | 14.7% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 98.7% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.3% | 5.2% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 12.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 21.4% | 14.5% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.38 | 1.65 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.32 | 2.81 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Mexico | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.0% | 85.9% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 99.1% | 86.4% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 20.7% | 22.0% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 14.9% | 15.7% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 55 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 2 were at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 22 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 25, 2025: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2025 | 29 | 35 |
| Apr 25, 2024 | 12 | 4 |
| Jan 13, 2023 | 14 | 4 |
New Mexico homes averaged 17.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (55)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 29, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 29, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 13, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 13, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 13, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 25, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 25, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 25, 2025)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 6, 2025)
Showing the 30 most recent of 55.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2025 | Fine | $142,392 |
| Jul 25, 2025 | Payment Denial | 91 days |
| Jul 30, 2024 | Fine | $12,065 |
New Mexico homes averaged 1.3 fines and $45,849 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within New Mexico
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Princeton Health & Rehabilitation?
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Princeton Health & Rehabilitation have?
Princeton Health & Rehabilitation has 369 certified beds. It averages 286.5 residents per day, about 77.6% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Princeton Health & Rehabilitation?
The home reports 3.61 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.76 hours from registered nurses. The New Mexico average is 3.54 hours and 0.63 hours from registered nurses.
Has Princeton Health & Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $154,457 in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Princeton Health & Rehabilitation accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 325045. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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