Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Weirton, West Virginia
2 of 2 nursing homes in Weirton (100%) meet our strict criteria. The West Virginia statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
170
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Weirton, West Virginia, is adequate, with all two facilities recommended. Families can feel confident choosing Weirton Medical Center, which has a strong B+ rating and five stars, with no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 WEIRTON MEDICAL CENTER (83) — WEIRTON MEDICAL CENTER stands out as a top-rated facility with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. Its non-profit status emphasizes a strong community focus, ensuring compassionate and high-quality care for its 33 residents. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility is a reliable choice for nursing care in Weirton.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER (78) — WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER is a commendable choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 78/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it boasts a solid Grade B and maintains zero fines, highlighting its commitment to quality care for its 137 beds. This facility effectively balances quality and capacity in the Weirton area.
Recommended
WEIRTON MEDICAL CENTER stands out as a top-rated facility with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. Its non-profit status emphasizes a strong community focus, ensuring compassionate and high-quality care for its 33 residents. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility is a reliable choice for nursing care in Weirton.
WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER is a commendable choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 78/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it boasts a solid Grade B and maintains zero fines, highlighting its commitment to quality care for its 137 beds. This facility effectively balances quality and capacity in the Weirton area.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Weirton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Weirton 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?"
Weirton's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Weirton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Weirton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Weirton 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 Weirton, WV are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Weirton (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Weirton "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 Weirton?
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.