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Fort Bayard Medical Center, Santa Clara, NM: 3 star rating, fined $83,501 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial

Fort Bayard Medical Center in Santa Clara, NM is run by State of New Mexico, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $83,501 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 50 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 13, 2026, and 2 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
41 Fort Bayard Road, Santa Clara, NM 88026
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
5 of 5
Quality measure rating
3 of 5
Certified beds
200
Residents per day
135 on average
Ownership type
Government, State
Legal business name
State of New Mexico
Fines
$83,501 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
50, of which 2 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
August 13, 2026
CMS Certification Number
325120
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
June 11, 2024Fine$83,501Not listeddata.cms.gov
June 11, 2024Payment denialNot listedJuly 13, 202413data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
August 13, 2026F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 13, 2026F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 13, 2026F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 13, 2026F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
August 13, 2026F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo plan of correctiondata.cms.gov
April 8, 2026F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 23, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F887Educate 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F761Ensure 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: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F688Provide 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
November 17, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 26, 2026data.cms.gov
July 10, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 24, 2025data.cms.gov
July 10, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 24, 2025data.cms.gov
July 10, 2025F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 24, 2025data.cms.gov
July 10, 2025F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 24, 2025data.cms.gov
January 24, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 1, 2025data.cms.gov
January 24, 2025F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 1, 2025data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F758Implement 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: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F732Post nurse staffing information every day.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F700Try 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F584Honor 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: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
August 9, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
June 11, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.H: pattern, actual harmCorrectedJuly 26, 2024data.cms.gov
June 11, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.K: pattern, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJuly 26, 2024data.cms.gov
June 11, 2024F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 26, 2024data.cms.gov
June 11, 2024F661Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 26, 2024data.cms.gov
June 11, 2024F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 26, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 6 individual or personal trusts (2 managers, 4 officers, directors or trustees). Their names are not shown on this page.

Also on SpecStream

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