Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in South Charleston, West Virginia
1 of 1 nursing homes in South Charleston (100%) meet our strict criteria. The West Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
130
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in South Charleston, West Virginia, is limited but has a recommended facility, VALLEY CENTER, which has a solid rating of 4 stars. Families should note that while the market quality is restricted, there are no facilities with fines, indicating a focus on care quality.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 VALLEY CENTER (70) — Valley Center stands out with its solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, families can trust that their loved ones will receive attentive service in a 130-bed facility that balances comfort and community support.
Recommended
Valley Center stands out with its solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, families can trust that their loved ones will receive attentive service in a 130-bed facility that balances comfort and community support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | South Charleston Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions South Charleston 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?"
South Charleston's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 South Charleston facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; South Charleston avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
South Charleston 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 South Charleston, WV are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in South Charleston (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in South Charleston "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 South Charleston?
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.