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Fort Bayard Medical Center

41 Fort Bayard Road, Santa Clara, NM, 88026

Ownership type: Government - State.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 3 out of 53of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 3-star overall rating for Fort Bayard Medical Center, with 47 inspection citations on record (2 higher severity). Federal records include $83,501 and 2 payment-denial records in the current dataset.
CMS overall
3
of 5
Health inspection
2
of 5
Staffing
5
of 5
Quality measures
3
of 5
Certified beds
200
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall3 of 5
Health inspection2 of 5
Staffing5 of 5
Quality measures3 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 3
15
Grant Co. avg 2.5New Mexico avg 2.87This facility
This facility: 3 of 5. Grant Co. avg: 2.5. New Mexico avg: 2.87.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

47
Citations on record
2
Higher severity (G–L)
11
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
112022
132023
172024
62025
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

1 record · $83,501 total · Jun 11, 2024
  1. Jun 11, 2024$83,501

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

2 records · 20 days total · Jun 1, 2023–Jun 11, 2024
  1. Jun 11, 202413 days
  2. Jun 1, 20237 days

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)22.8%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)10.13%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)1.4%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Ownership

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Bays, SherriCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Hamilton, JasonCORPORATE DIRECTOR
Bays, SherriCORPORATE OFFICER
Hamilton, JasonCORPORATE OFFICER
Bays, SherriOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Hamilton, JasonOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Grant County.

41 Fort Bayard Road, Santa Clara
Grant County · NM · 88026
200 certified beds32.7758, -108.1500

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Santa Fe Care Center
CCN 325030
Santa Fe, NM121Not shown$59,072
Sandia Ridge Center
CCN 325032
Albuquerque, NM113Not shown$114,001
Rio Rancho Center
CCN 325033
Rio Rancho, NM121Not shown$0
The Rehabilitation Center of Albuquerque
CCN 325034
Albuquerque, NM212Not shown$40,999
La Vida Llena
CCN 325035
Albuquerque, NM443Not shown$0
Las Palomas Center
CCN 325036
Albuquerque, NM113Shown$432,246

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fort Bayard Medical Center's CMS rating?

Fort Bayard Medical Center has a 3-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 2 for health inspections, 5 for staffing, and 3 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Fort Bayard Medical Center located?

Fort Bayard Medical Center is located at 41 Fort Bayard Road, Santa Clara, NM, 88026 in Grant County, and CMS lists 200 certified beds.

Does Fort Bayard Medical Center have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $83,501 in federal fine amounts and 2 payment-denial records for Fort Bayard Medical Center over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Fort Bayard Medical Center's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Fort Bayard Medical Center's CMS overall rating is 3 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 2.5 across 2 facilities in Grant County, and 2.87 across New Mexico. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Fort Bayard Medical Center's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Fort Bayard Medical Center's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
325120
Ownership type
Government - State
Certified beds
200
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 47 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Jul 10, 20250552DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 24, 2025
Jul 10, 20250605DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 24, 2025
Jul 10, 20250609EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 24, 2025
Jul 10, 20250842DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 24, 2025
Jan 24, 20250604DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 1, 2025
Jan 24, 20250657DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 1, 2025
Aug 9, 20240550EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240582DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240584EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240604EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240655DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240657DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240692DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240700EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240732FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240756EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240758EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Aug 9, 20240880FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 25, 2024
Jun 11, 20240660DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 26, 2024
Jun 11, 20240661EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 26, 2024
Jun 11, 20240684KComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 26, 2024
Jun 11, 20240689HComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 26, 2024
Jun 11, 20240711EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 26, 2024
Jun 1, 20230550DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 8, 2023
Jun 1, 20230623EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 8, 2023
Showing the 25 most recent of 47 citations.

How to verify this data

  • The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

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