Inspection Report

Spanish Trails Rehab: Abuse Protection Failures - NM

March 25, 2026

Albuquerque, NM

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The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and required frequent brief changes. She wasn't getting them. Inspectors documented that she was being changed only one to two times in a 24-hour period.

A registered nurse at the facility told inspectors she already knew the resident's brief wasn't being checked or changed as often as it should be. She connected that failure directly to what was happening to the resident's skin. The redness in the groin area, she said, was indicative of being in a soiled brief for extended periods of time.

The interim director of nursing confirmed the same conclusion. Moisture-associated skin damage in the groin, she told inspectors, is typically caused by incontinence. She said she would expect a resident in that condition to be checked and changed every two hours, and as needed between scheduled checks. She confirmed that level of care never happened for this resident.

The inspection, conducted November 13, 2025, was triggered by a complaint. Inspectors cited the facility under a federal tag covering basic personal hygiene and grooming assistance, with a harm level classified as minimal harm or potential for actual harm.

What the records show is a staff that knew the problem existed and a resident whose skin was already breaking down because of it.

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Quick Answer

Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites in Albuquerque, NM was cited for abuse-related violations during a health inspection on November 13, 2025.

The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and required frequent brief changes.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites?

The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and required frequent brief changes.

How serious are these violations?

These are very serious violations that may indicate significant patient safety concerns. Federal regulations require nursing homes to maintain the highest standards of care. Families should review the full inspection report and consider whether this facility meets their safety expectations.

What should families do?

Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in Albuquerque, NM, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.

Where can I see the full inspection report?

The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 325131.

Has this facility had violations before?

To check Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.