Fort Bayard Medical Center
41 Fort Bayard Road
Santa Clara NM 88026
Phone: 5755378604
Government - State
Official CMS provider data, processing date 2026-09-01. Not an endorsement.
- Overall rating vs. the New Mexico average: 0.1 star higher (2.9), above average
- Overall rating vs. the national average: level with the average (3.0)
- Overall rating vs. the Santa Clara average: level with the average (3.0)
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.
Facility details
Size, ownership, and inspection history as reported to CMS.
| Certified beds | 200 |
| Average residents per day | 127.0 |
| Occupancy | 64% |
| Ownership | Government - State |
| County | Grant |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First certified for Medicare & Medicaid | 2009-06-20 |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 325120 |
| Health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle | 22 |
Staffing and turnover
Staffing hours and turnover are among the most predictive measures CMS publishes.
| Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 6.90 |
| Reported total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 6.27 |
| Registered nurse turnover | 9.7% |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 33.1% |
| Resident and family council | No |
Fines and penalties
Civil money penalties and payment denials on record, as published by CMS.
| Fines (count) | 1 |
| Fines (total value) | $83,501 |
| Payment denials | 1 |
| Total penalties | 2 |
Questions to ask Fort Bayard Medical Center
- What are the staffing levels on the specific unit my relative would be admitted to, and how do they compare with the figures above?
- How many residents were transferred to hospital in the last year, and for what reasons?
- What was cited at the most recent inspection, and what has changed since?
- Does this facility accept Medicaid on admission, and what happens when private funds are exhausted?
- What is the all-in monthly cost, including therapy, pharmacy, and any ventilator or dialysis surcharges?
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Is Fort Bayard Medical Center highly rated?
CMS rates it 3 out of 5 overall, which CMS labels "Average". Health inspections rate 2, staffing 5, and quality measures 3.
How many beds does Fort Bayard Medical Center have?
CMS certifies 200 beds; the facility reports an average of 127.0 residents per day (about 64% occupancy).
Does Fort Bayard Medical Center have any fines or citations?
Yes. CMS records $83,501 in fines and 1 payment denials for this facility.
Has Fort Bayard Medical Center been cited for abuse?
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.