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Total health inspections
6
West Virginia average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Dunbar Center
Nursing Home
Dunbar Center
Nursing Home
Overview of Dunbar Center
Settled in the peaceful community of Dubar, WV, Dunbar Center is an exceptional senior living community that offers long-term care and rehabilitation services. The community ensures a peace of mind with support tailored to evolving needs of its residents. With a full-time physician and nursing practitioner, residents can also avail of its therapy services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Beyond healthcare, residents can enjoy a lively calendar of social, cultural, educational, religious, and recreational activities that nourishes the body, mind, and spirit. The community also offers delightful and nutritious meals as well as support services needed by its residents round-the-clock. Meet new companions and create meaningful connections within the beautifully-appointed spaces of this community. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Dunbar Center.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
96.7%
Residents per day (avg)
111
Occupancy rate
96.7%
Residents per day (avg)
111
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
61% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
17 days
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$19.9M
Profit
$5.7M
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$19,872,877.00
Profit
$5,711,032.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.2M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 27 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy Rate
91%
Occupied Beds
109 of 120
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
NURSING HOME (NH)
License Date
July 1, 2025
License Expiration
June 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
82
County:
Kanawha
Awards:
2023 AHCA Bronze
Type Of Units
Supplemental Security Income Beds
Units available for residents receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
0 units
Certified LTC
120 units
Total beds
120 units
Safety & Compliance
Care Services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
(304)744-5476
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
ShortStay care, LongTerm care, Respite care, Rehabilitation therapy, Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy, On-site Nurse Practitioner, Attending Physicians, Registered Nurses, IV Therapy, Audiology care, Colostomy care, Dental care, Personal care, Podiatry care, Vision care, Wound care, X-ray, Hospice care, Pain management, Case management, Dietary and nutrition needs management, Discharge planning, Individual treatment plans, Medication management, Coordinated transportation, Cultural, educational, religious and social activities, Recreation activities
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 120
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Dunbar Center
Nursing Home
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In West Virginia, the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure is responsible for the unannounced inspection and certification of all senior care facilities.
16 visits/inspections
10 health investigations
6 life safety inspections
Latest inspection
Date:January 4, 2025
599 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure.
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-26%
-19%
+6%
HC
Hospice Care
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
South Charleston
130
No
5
95.2%
$25,006,304.00
$6,587,480.00
26.3%
122.50
2.9373
-
58
-
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Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC
+68%
-6%
+6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
WV 25311
74
No
-
95.0%
$12,263,995.00
$3,447,819.00
28.1%
70.10
3.4093
1
37
1
+68%-6%+6%
Dunbar Center
-38%
-23%
+8%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Dunbar
120
No
27
96.7%
$19,872,877.00
$5,544,463.00
27.9%
111.30
2.7850
1
77
3
-38%-23%+8%
Valley Center
Type of care:
HC
MC
SNF
RC
Community:
South Charleston
Bed Count:
130
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
515169
Occupancy:
95.2%
Home Revenue:
$25,006,304.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,587,480.00
Payroll %:
26.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
122.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.9373
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
58
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-19%
-19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Complete Care at Oak Ridge LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
WV 25311
Bed Count:
74
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
515174
Occupancy:
95.0%
Home Revenue:
$12,263,995.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,447,819.00
Payroll %:
28.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
70.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4093
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
37
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+68%
+68%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Dunbar Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Dunbar
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
515066
Occupancy:
96.7%
Home Revenue:
$19,872,877.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,544,463.00
Payroll %:
27.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
111.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7850
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
77
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-38%
-38%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-23%
-23%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%Places of interest near Dunbar Center
6.8 miles from city center — 0.54 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Greater Charleston Dialysis)
501 Caldwell Ln, Dunbar, WV 25064
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
167
Total Staff
160
Employees
7
Contractors
40,056
Total Hours (Quarter)
51
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 9.5 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 9.8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
3.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
92 staff
9.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
26 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
4 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
8 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
23 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.8%
of total hours from contractors
735 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 1 | 49 | 15,685 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 2 | 25 | 9,506 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,545 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,107 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 23 | 0 | 23 | 2,018 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,046 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,016 | 38 | 42% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 960 | 75 | 82% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 909 | 67 | 74% | 7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 7 | 0 | 7 | 808 | 66 | 73% | 6.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 610 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 4 | 0 | 4 | 558 | 83 | 91% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 7 | 0 | 7 | 518 | 67 | 74% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 360 | 45 | 49% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 265 | 33 | 36% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 97 | 89 | 98% | 1.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 78 | 49 | 54% | 1.6 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
77
Citations per inspection
12.83
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
46 of 77 citations resulted from standard inspections; 28 of 77 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 77 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 0.8
Serious Health citations
3
3
500% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 0.5
0 critical citations
3 serious citations
74 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 28, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 28, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Jul 28, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Jul 28, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Genesis Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
115
Total Residents
Medicare
19
(16.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
94
(81.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
2
(1.7%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
21
Total Specialty Beds
17.5%
of Bed Capacity
13
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
10.8%
4
Dialysis Beds ⓘ
3.3%
4
Hospice Beds ⓘ
3.3%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.4
36% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 11.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.5
25% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 21.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.2%
17% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
35.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
35.3%
62% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 21.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.9%
In line with West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 22.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
56% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 4.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.5%
31% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 4.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
87% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 2.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.9%
66% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.0%
68% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 6.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.0%
70% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 13.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
10% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 96.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.7%
13% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 97.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.12
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.12
14% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 1.86
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.39
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.39
28% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 1.92
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
28.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
28.9%
63% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 78.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
48% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 1.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
33.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
33.8%
57% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 79.4%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
In line with West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 23.0%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.3%
17% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 12.4%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.7%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.7%
6% worse than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
59.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
59.4%
18% better than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$91K
68% higher than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: $54K
Number of fines
2
30% more fines than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 1.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than West Virginia averageWest Virginia average: 0.0
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$91K
West Virginia average
$54K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 28, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 28, 2025
$66K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 7, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 7, 2025
$24K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Dunbar Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
96.7%
↑ 0.2pp vs 2023
Net Income
$5,711,032
↑ ~$2.5M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$7,464,901
↓ ~$72K vs 2023
Profit Margin
28.7%
↑ 11.8pp vs 2023
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