Sandia Ridge Center
2216 Lester Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87112 · CCN 325032
Sandia Ridge Center is a CMS-certified skilled nursing facility located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. According to official CMS Health Deficiency data, this facility has 46 deficiency citations across 11 CMS surveys, with the most recent survey conducted in July 2025. The facility's history includes 3 Immediate Jeopardy-level citations.
Top Deficiency Citations
- F0600 — Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (4 citations)
- F0657 — Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (3 citations)
- F0760 — Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (2 citations)
- F0692 — Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (2 citations)
- F0684 — Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (2 citations)
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