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Our editorial team analyzed 43 nursing homes in WV using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in WV
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The West Virginia average is: 47.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$6.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
31.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.2M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.6M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
49.9%*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every WV nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 43 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Elkins, WV. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are available on site around the clock, while long term living supports residents who need ongoing care in a nursing home setting. Short term rehabilitation is also available. That combination can suit someone needing temporary rehabilitation or a family arranging ongoing nursing home care.
The community has 60 beds, with 3 hours and 42 minutes of total nurse staffing assigned per resident each day. Medicaid can help cover care for eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay allows a family to pay directly. Sherry Foltz serves as the administrator, and Warrior Leasing Co. operates the community.
Operated by Sunbridge Glenville Health Care, LLC, Glenville Health & Rehab is a skilled nursing home in Glenville, West Virginia. The facility is owned by Julie Brenneman and administered by Tammy Huffman. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options when arranging coverage for short-term recovery stays and ongoing long-term care.
The 65-bed community is currently fully occupied. Residents stay an average of 445 days. Some arrive for rehabilitation following surgery or hospitalization, while others require longer-term skilled nursing support.
Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 12 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses contribute to that care. Wound care, orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, pulmonary care, bariatric care, oncology care, and tracheostomy care are the specialized programs offered by the facility.
There’s a dedicated rehabilitation gym for therapy and recovery services. Residents also have access to comprehensive rehabilitation therapies. Beyond clinical care, amenities include a beauty and barber shop, a library, an outdoor recreation area, and a patio garden. Pastoral support is also available.Transportation services are provided so residents and families can manage appointments and outings.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47. A few nearby services are within walking distance, but most trips require transportation. The rural setting is quieter and community-oriented, which is what makes the surrounding Glenville area.
State inspections have identified areas involving resident rights protections, care planning, infection control practices, and facility safety systems. Plans of correction have been accepted by regulators. Families considering the facility should ask how these operational areas are monitored and managed daily.
The facility is newly opened in the Glenville community. Rehabilitation services, specialized clinical programs, and ongoing nursing support are all part of the care model for residents recovering from surgery, a hospital stay, or managing complex medical conditions.
Operated by Maples SNF Operations, LLC, Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation is a 60-bed skilled nursing home in Bluefield, West Virginia. The facility is owned by Hvh Maples Operations Holdings and administered by Matt Fife.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Families have several ways to arrange coverage for either short-term rehabilitation or ongoing care. The home is currently at full census with 100% occupancy. Residents stay an average of about 130 days, reflecting a mix of rehabilitation stays and longer-term placements.
Rehabilitation is a major focus here. Orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, and oncology care are all part of the facility’s clinical programs. Nursing care is available around the clock. Residents receive about 3 hours and 7 minutes of nursing care each day.
Registered nurses provide approximately 26 minutes of direct care per resident daily. The facility serves a population with intensive rehabilitation and post-acute care needs, so both hands-on recovery support and ongoing medical oversight are part of everyday operations.
Infection control practices, medication safety, care planning completeness, and pressure ulcer management have all been areas of attention within the facility’s quality assurance efforts. Earlier regulatory findings were addressed. Later inspections confirmed the correction of previously identified issues.
Residents have access to an on-site rehabilitation gym. There is also a library, a beauty and barber shop, outdoor recreation areas, a patio garden, pastoral support, and transportation services. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 0. Most errands and visits require a vehicle, and nearby walkable options are limited. For families visiting regularly, transportation is necessary.
Trinity Health Care of Logan provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Logan, West Virginia. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing residential care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing on site around the clock.
Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort and support for a person with a life limiting illness, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 120 beds and opened in 2006. Short term rehabilitation supports recovery after illness or injury, while long term care serves residents who need ongoing support.
Advanced wound care, cardiac and pulmonary recovery, behavioral healthcare and counseling, bariatric care, and advance care planning address specific clinical or planning needs during a resident’s stay. These services may matter when recovery, ongoing treatment, or future care decisions are part of the picture.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day. That represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.
Trinity Health Care Services operates the community. A Walk Score of 45 places it in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride.
Putnam Center is a nursing home in HURRICANE, WV, providing on-site nursing care and assistance with daily needs for residents who require ongoing support. With 120 beds, it serves residents in a nursing home setting and may be a good fit for someone whose care needs include regular nursing attention.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence; private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 58 minutes per resident per day, representing the documented nursing time associated with each resident across a day. Julie Bishop is the administrator, and Kelli Steele is the director.
Overview of Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Fairmont, WV. Long term care supports residents who need ongoing assistance, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period rather than an ongoing stay. The center may be a good fit for a resident whose needs range from short term rehabilitation to ongoing nursing or memory support.
With 120 beds, the center has total nurse staffing of 2 hours and 16 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the total daily nursing time allocated to each resident, including the combined staffing provided by nurses. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Medicaid can help cover care for an eligible resident whose savings may not support a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.
Residents have access to a spacious courtyard and patio, providing an outdoor area at the center. Beautician and barber services, along with a salon and spa, give residents access to personal grooming services without leaving the community. A variety of fine dining options is also available.
The center has a Walk Score of 67, described as somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain outings independently. Dominique Fusco serves as the administrator.
Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Elkins, West Virginia, with short term rehabilitation and long term living services. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while long term living serves residents who need ongoing care.
Physical, occupational, and speech therapies address movement, daily activities, and communication during rehabilitation. The home also offers pain management, stroke recovery, and joint replacement and orthopedic programs, which can suit someone recovering from a stroke or joint replacement who needs skilled nursing and rehabilitation. There are 84 beds, and total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 19 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay: Medicaid may help families paying for a longer stay, Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay means the family funds care directly. Rose Holicker serves as the administrator.
Owned by Cortland Acres Association Inc, Cortland Acres Nursing Home is a skilled nursing facility in Thomas, West Virginia, which is in a rural area outside of town. The home is operated by Cortland Acres SNF Operations LLC. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families multiple options in how they fund care.
The 94-bed facility runs nearly at full occupancy because there’s high demand for nursing care in the area. Residents stay an average of 53 days, which includes post-acute rehabilitation patients and those requiring longer-term nursing support. The location has a Walkability Score of 45 because it’s in a more rural setting. Most daily needs and visits require driving.
The facility operates under state oversight and undergoes regular inspections to meet nursing care standards. Families touring the home should ask about current staffing, specialized programs, and services available.
E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center is a nursing home in BAKER, WV, providing ongoing residential nursing care for residents who need daily support and supervision. The center has 24-hour staffing and a doctor on staff, so residents have staff coverage throughout the day and night along with physician care through the facility.
Opened in 1981, E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center has 60 beds for nursing home residents. Services include medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy care, giving residents access to support in several areas beyond daily nursing care.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple payment paths based on eligibility and available personal funds; Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Pauline Vance is the administrator, and Route 55 Leasing Co. operates the center. E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing home care with staffing available around the clock.
Madison Park Healthcare is a nursing home and assisted living community in Huntington offering a range of specialties. Their staff is available all day to attend to a resident’s needs. The senior living community is a simple community that provides exemplary service and care; the team of professionals is dedicated to enhancing the quality of living for its residents. Madison Park has undoubtedly provided the golden standard of senior living that makes residents feel welcome.
Madison Park offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation, such as therapy services (physical, occupational, and speech), hospice care, respiratory therapy, and dietary programs. Community amenities include well-lit lounge areas, private suites, emergency response systems, and a full-service salon. They also provide the Life Care program, designed to prepare for future scenarios that will help with financial stability.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in West Virginia
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in West Virginia?
Assisted living in West Virginia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does West Virginia Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — West Virginia Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 43 nursing homes in West Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in West Virginia?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in West Virginia, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in West Virginia?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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