HERITAGE HALL WISE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Heritage Hall Wise has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is recommended and above average compared to other facilities. It ranks #85 out of 285 in Virginia, placing it in the top half of state facilities, and is #1 out of 3 in Wise County, indicating it is the best local option. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 8 in 2021 to just 3 in 2024. Staffing is average with a 3/5 rating and a low turnover rate of 24%, which is much better than the Virginia average of 48%. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign of compliance. However, there are some concerns to consider. Recent inspections found issues such as staff failing to accurately complete medication assessments for two residents, which could lead to serious health risks. Additionally, the care plan for one resident was not updated to reflect current treatment orders, and another resident did not receive prescribed oxygen, which is critical for their condition. While the facility has strengths, these specific incidents highlight areas needing improvement.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Virginia
- #85/285
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Virginia's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 26 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Virginia. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (24%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (24%)
24 points below Virginia average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 20 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to accurately complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for 2 of 23 residents (Residents #32 and #85).
The findings in...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to review and revise the comprehensive care plan (CCP) for 2 of 23 residents (Residents #35 and #63).
The findings inclu...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure...
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Aug 2021
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure the residents receive treatment and care in accordance with the comprehensive person-centered care plan for 1 o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure the resident environment remains as free of accident hazards as is possible f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, the review of documents, and during medication pass observations, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure a medication error rate of less than 5%. Ther...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. For Resident #7, the facility staff failed to secure an individual unlabeled container of clear nebulizer medication solution. The nebulizer solution was observed on the resident's over bed table i...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0808
(Tag F0808)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to provide an ordered therapeutic diet for 1 of 21 sampled resident (Resident #37).
The findings include:
F...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to maintain complete and accurate c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to inclued intergrating the
hospice plan of care services and clinical documentation into the facility's c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to follow handwashing procedures during Medication Administration Task observations.
The fin...
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Sept 2019
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0563
(Tag F0563)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, Resident interview, staff interview, family interview, facility document review, and during the...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on resident interview, staff interview, and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to notify the physician of a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to provide services ma...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, facility document review and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to adminis...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview, resident interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure that pain managemen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure that a resident who require dialysis re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to
provide routine dr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure that one of ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview and clinical record review the facility failed to ensure a complete and accurate clinical record for 1 of 23 Residents, Resident #21.
The findings included:
For ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Virginia.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- • 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Virginia's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Heritage Hall Wise's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns HERITAGE HALL WISE an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Virginia, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Heritage Hall Wise Staffed?
CMS rates HERITAGE HALL WISE's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 24%, compared to the Virginia average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Heritage Hall Wise?
State health inspectors documented 20 deficiencies at HERITAGE HALL WISE during 2019 to 2024. These included: 20 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Heritage Hall Wise?
HERITAGE HALL WISE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by HERITAGE HALL, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 97 certified beds and approximately 88 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in WISE, Virginia.
How Does Heritage Hall Wise Compare to Other Virginia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Virginia, HERITAGE HALL WISE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (24%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Heritage Hall Wise?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Heritage Hall Wise Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, HERITAGE HALL WISE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Virginia. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Heritage Hall Wise Stick Around?
Staff at HERITAGE HALL WISE tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 24%, the facility is 21 percentage points below the Virginia average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 22%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Heritage Hall Wise Ever Fined?
HERITAGE HALL WISE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Heritage Hall Wise on Any Federal Watch List?
HERITAGE HALL WISE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.