Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Buckhannon, West Virginia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Buckhannon (50%) meet our strict criteria. The West Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
136
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$89,307 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Buckhannon, West Virginia, is limited, with only 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should be aware that while St. Joseph's Hospital holds a solid 4-star rating, there is one facility to avoid due to $89,307 in fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL (78) — St. Joseph's Hospital shines with a solid CMS 4-star rating and a commendable Trust Score of 78/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, providing a compassionate environment with zero fines and a Grade B. With only 16 beds, residents receive personalized attention and support.
The other 1 Buckhannon facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $89K.
Recommended
St. Joseph's Hospital shines with a solid CMS 4-star rating and a commendable Trust Score of 78/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, providing a compassionate environment with zero fines and a Grade B. With only 16 beds, residents receive personalized attention and support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Buckhannon Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $89,307
Questions Buckhannon Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Buckhannon's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Buckhannon facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Buckhannon avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Buckhannon facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Buckhannon, WV are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Buckhannon (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Buckhannon "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Buckhannon?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.