Albuquerque, NM · New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers
Medicaid Nursing Home & Assisted Living — Albuquerque, NM
Medicaid nursing home coverage in Albuquerque includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Albuquerque.
Assisted living in Albuquerque averages ~$3,900/month (near the NM state average of ~$3,900). New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. Centennial Care manages NM Medicaid LTSS.
New Mexico helpline: 1-800-432-2080
Key limits (screening estimates)
- Income: ~$2,829/mo
- Assets: ~$2,000 individual
New Mexico program notes
- • Centennial Care manages NM Medicaid LTSS.
- • Assisted living facilities must accept waiver clients.
- • Albuquerque and Santa Fe have most options.
Next steps in Albuquerque
- Contact New Mexico ADRC at 1-800-432-2080.
- Apply through yes.state.nm.us.
- Ask about CoLTS waiver.
AllyKin Affordability Gap Index
Medicaid vs Assisted Living Cost in Albuquerque
Avg assisted living
$3,900/mo
New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers income limit
$2,829/mo
Affordability gap
1.4×
1.4× Medicaid income limit — verify waiver slots
Assisted living in Albuquerque ($3,900/mo) is roughly 1.4× the New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers income limit (~$2,829/mo). Some families may qualify for waiver-covered care services, but room and board in assisted living typically remains private pay.
Annual AL cost equals ~16.5 months of the Medicaid income screening limit. Limits are estimates — verify with New Mexico Medicaid caseworker.
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FAQs — Albuquerque
Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Albuquerque, NM?▾
Yes — New Mexico Medicaid (New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers) covers skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income limit ~$2,829/mo, assets ~$2,000, and a 60-month look-back apply statewide. Medicaid nursing home coverage in Albuquerque includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Albuquerque.
How do I qualify for Medicaid nursing home care in Albuquerque?▾
Meet New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers income and asset limits, pass the 60-month look-back review, and receive a level-of-care assessment confirming nursing-facility need. Contact New Mexico ADRC at 1-800-432-2080. Compare CMS star ratings for Albuquerque nursing homes before choosing a facility.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Albuquerque, NM?▾
New Mexico's New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents in participating communities. Room and board in standard assisted living is usually private pay. At ~$3,900/mo local AL cost, waivers often cover care hours — not housing. Use our free checker below.
What is the Medicaid income limit in Albuquerque?▾
Statewide screening limit is approximately $2,829/month for individuals and $2,000 in countable assets. Albuquerque does not have separate limits — New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers rules apply across New Mexico.
What Medicaid waivers help with assisted living in New Mexico?▾
Centennial Care manages NM Medicaid LTSS. Assisted living facilities must accept waiver clients. Call 1-800-432-2080 for county-specific guidance.
How many assisted living facilities in Albuquerque accept Medicaid?▾
The Albuquerque area has approximately 45 licensed communities. Not all accept New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers waiver residents — always verify participation and waitlist status before touring.
What are the next steps to apply for New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers in Albuquerque?▾
Contact New Mexico ADRC at 1-800-432-2080. Apply through yes.state.nm.us. Ask about CoLTS waiver.
Can I afford assisted living in Albuquerque while on Medicaid?▾
Assisted living in Albuquerque averages ~$3,900/month (near the NM state average of ~$3,900). New Mexico Centennial Care / DD & CoLTS Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. Centennial Care manages NM Medicaid LTSS.
Assisted Living in Albuquerque
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Inspection Lookup — Albuquerque
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Nursing Home Ratings — Albuquerque
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Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.