Hospital Directory
Hospitals in New Mexico
There are 45 Medicare-certified hospitals in New Mexico, with an average CMS overall rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars. 1 hospital earns the top 5-star rating. 84% offer emergency services, providing strong emergency access for the area. Below, we break down quality ratings, hospital types, and key metrics to help you evaluate your hospital options.
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Quality Snapshot: Hospitals in New Mexico
Of the 45 hospitals in New Mexico, 20 have CMS star ratings. 1 hospital is rated 4 stars or higher, indicating above-average quality across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care. 11 hospitals are rated below 3 stars — consider reviewing their specific quality measures before choosing.
CMS Star Rating Distribution
CMS rates hospitals 1–5 stars based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience (HCAHPS), and timely & effective care. Higher is better.
Highest-Rated Hospitals in New Mexico
These hospitals earned the highest CMS overall star ratings in New Mexico. Higher ratings reflect better outcomes across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
All 45 Hospitals in New Mexico
Complete directory of Medicare-certified hospitals in New Mexico, sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any hospital name for a detailed quality profile including infection rates, patient experience scores, and affiliated doctors.
| Hospital | City | CMS Rating | Beds | Type | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center | Santa Fe, NM | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 248 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Presbyterian Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 623 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Va New Mexico Healthcare System | Albuquerque, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 483 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Lovelace Medical Center | Albuquerque, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 254 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Christus Southern New Mexico | Alamogordo, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 98 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital | Hobbs, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 84 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc | Las Cruces, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 46 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center | Santa Fe, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 36 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems | Taos, NM | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Unm Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 527 | Acute Care | Yes |
| San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc | Farmington, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 240 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Eastern New Mexico Medical Center | Roswell, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 149 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Lovelace Women's Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 120 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Carlsbad Medical Center | Carlsbad, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 116 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Plains Regional Medical Center | Clovis, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 106 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Gallup Indian Medical Center | Gallup, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 85 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Gila Regional Medical Center | Silver City, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Lincoln County Medical Center | Ruidoso, NM | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Memorial Medical Center | Las Cruces, NM | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 286 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Mountain View Regional Medical Center | Las Cruces, NM | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 168 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Bhc Mesilla Valley Hospital, Llc | Las Cruces, NM | Not Rated | 120 | Psychiatric | No |
| Lovelace Westside Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | Not Rated | 95 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Peak Behavioral Health Services, Llc | Santa Teresa, NM | Not Rated | 88 | Psychiatric | No |
| Presbyterian Espanola Hospital | Espanola, NM | Not Rated | 80 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Rehoboth Mckinley Christian Health Care Services | Gallup, NM | Not Rated | 69 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Northern Navajo Medical Center | Shiprock, NM | Not Rated | 69 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Alta Vista Regional Hospital | Las Vegas, NM | Not Rated | 62 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Los Alamos Medical Center | Los Alamos, NM | Not Rated | 53 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital | Albuquerque, NM | Not Rated | 50 | Psychiatric | No |
| Artesia General Hospital | Artesia, NM | Not Rated | 49 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Albuquerque | Albuquerque, NM | Not Rated | 48 | Psychiatric | No |
| Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center | Zuni, NM | Not Rated | 35 | Acute Care | No |
| Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell | Roswell, NM | Not Rated | 27 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Union County General Hospital | Clayton, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital | Tucumcari, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Miners' Colfax Medical Center | Raton, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Mimbres Valley Medical Center | Deming, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Cibola General Hospital | Grants, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Nor-Lea Hospital District | Lovington, NM | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Socorro General Hospital | Socorro, NM | Not Rated | 24 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Roosevelt General Hospital | Portales, NM | Not Rated | 24 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Crownpoint Healthcare Facility | Crownpoint, NM | Not Rated | 20 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Santa Fe Phs Indian Hospital | Santa Fe, NM | Not Rated | 20 | Acute Care | No |
| Sierra Vista Hospital | T Or C, NM | Not Rated | 15 | Critical Access | No |
| Guadalupe County Hospital | Santa Rosa, NM | Not Rated | 12 | Rural Emergency | Yes |
Hospital quality data from CMS Hospital Compare. Bed counts from the Provider of Services file. Click hospital names for full quality profiles.
Hospital Types in New Mexico
Understanding hospital types helps you match facilities to your care needs. in New Mexico, hospitals break down as: 27 Acute Care, 13 Critical Access, 4 Psychiatric, 1 Rural Emergency.
Emergency Services in New Mexico
Access to emergency care is a critical factor when choosing a hospital and a Medicare plan. in New Mexico, 38 of 45 hospitals (84%) operate emergency departments. 2 facilities offer comprehensive critical care (6+ unit types), equipped to handle the widest range of emergencies from cardiac events to trauma.
Emergency services data self-reported by facilities to CMS. If emergency access is important to you, confirm directly with the hospital and check that it's in your plan's network.
Does Your Medicare Plan Cover These Hospitals?
Hospital access depends on your Medicare plan's network. Compare plans available in New Mexico to find coverage that includes the hospitals you need.
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Why Hospital Quality Matters for Medicare Beneficiaries
When choosing a Medicare Advantage plan, your hospital options are determined by the plan's provider network. Understanding local hospital quality helps you make an informed decision:
- Network matters: Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans limit which hospitals you can use. Original Medicare covers any Medicare-certified hospital, but supplemental coverage varies. Always verify network status before enrolling.
- Quality varies locally: Even among hospitals in New Mexico, CMS ratings range significantly. A 1-star difference in overall rating reflects meaningful differences in patient outcomes.
- Emergency access: In an emergency, Medicare covers the nearest hospital regardless of network. But for planned procedures, choosing a higher-rated in-network hospital can reduce complications and readmissions.
- Specialist availability: Hospitals with more affiliated physicians and teaching programs typically offer broader specialty access — important if you need cardiology, oncology, or orthopedic care.
Community Context: New Mexico
Hospital quality doesn't exist in a vacuum — the demographics of a community shape the healthcare infrastructure around it. Areas with higher senior populations tend to have more hospital beds and specialty services. Understanding who lives in New Mexico helps contextualize the hospital landscape above.
Demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Crime data from CrimeGrade.org. Community profiles from BestNeighborhood.org.
New Mexico's senior population (18.6%) is near the national average, supporting a moderate healthcare infrastructure. The area has a F overall crime grade — be aware of your surroundings, especially when visiting hospitals at night.
Hospital FAQ: New Mexico
How many hospitals are there in New Mexico?
There are 45 Medicare-certified hospitals in New Mexico. 20 have CMS overall star ratings, with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which hospitals in New Mexico have the best CMS ratings?
1 hospital has the highest possible 5-star CMS rating. CMS ratings are based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely & effective care. See our top-rated hospitals section for the full list.
How many hospitals in New Mexico have emergency rooms?
38 of 45 hospitals (84%) in New Mexico operate emergency departments. 2 offer comprehensive critical care. In an emergency, Medicare covers the nearest hospital regardless of network status.
Are these hospitals in my Medicare plan's network?
Network coverage depends on your specific Medicare plan. Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans have defined provider networks — some hospitals may be in-network for one plan but out-of-network for another. Original Medicare covers any Medicare-certified hospital. Compare Medicare plans in New Mexico to find coverage that includes your preferred hospitals.
Where does this hospital data come from?
All data on this page comes from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) databases: Hospital Compare for quality measures and star ratings, and Provider of Services for bed counts, services, and staffing. Data is updated quarterly. Last update: February 2026. Read our full methodology →
How should I use this hospital information when choosing a Medicare plan?
Start by identifying which hospitals you prefer based on quality ratings, services, and proximity. Then compare Medicare plans in New Mexico to find plans that include your preferred hospitals in their network. Key factors: CMS star rating (4+ stars indicates above-average quality), emergency services availability, bed capacity, and teaching status. Use our enrollment checklist to stay organized.
About the Data & Editorial Team
Wes Ward
Founder & Data Lead
Wes Ward is the founder of InsuranceDataNow.org and reviews all content for data accuracy and methodology compliance.
With 25+ years in data analytics — including work with highly regulated genomic data at Ancestry.com — Wes brings enterprise-level rigor to consumer data tools. He is also a co-founder of BestNeighborhood.org, CrimeGrade.org, and ISPReports.org.
Role: Reviews and approves all content for data accuracy, source verification, and methodology compliance.
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Sources
- CMS Hospital Compare: Hospital quality measures and star ratings from data.cms.gov
- CMS Provider of Services: Bed counts, staffing, and facility data from data.cms.gov
- American Community Survey: Demographic data from census.gov
- CrimeGrade.org: Crime grades for New Mexico from crimegrade.org
- BestNeighborhood.org: Community profiles for New Mexico from bestneighborhood.org
All data is sourced from official government databases and trusted third-party providers. Data is updated regularly — see page header for last refresh dates.