BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Belmont Healthcare Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about its operations and care quality. With a state rank of #62 out of 122 facilities in West Virginia, they fall in the bottom half, and they are the only option available in Pleasants County. The facility's performance is worsening, with an increase in issues from 13 in 2022 to 15 in 2024, highlighting ongoing problems. Staffing is a major concern, with a low rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a troubling turnover rate of 73%, which is much higher than the state average. Additionally, they've incurred $251,207 in fines, which is alarming and suggests serious compliance issues, while RN coverage is average, meaning they may not catch all the problems that occur. Specific incidents noted by inspectors include a resident being left in soiled conditions for over an hour after requesting assistance and a failure to properly assess and address a resident's psychosocial wellbeing after a traumatic event. There were also serious concerns regarding a resident's respiratory care, as oxygen levels were not maintained as ordered, leading to a dangerous situation. While the facility has some average health inspection scores, the serious deficiencies and troubling trends make it a risky choice for families seeking care for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- F
- In West Virginia
- #62/122
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 73% turnover. Very high, 25 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $251,207 in fines. Higher than 89% of West Virginia facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 33 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for West Virginia. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 44 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below West Virginia average (2.7)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
26pts above West Virginia avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
25 points above West Virginia average of 48%
The Ugly 44 deficiencies on record
Oct 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a correct capacity form for Resident #23 and failed to correctly document dates and times of neurochecks for Resident #13....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that residents had a means of contacting their caregivers through a call system that was accessible to them while in their bed, or oth...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure professional standards of practice were followed in regards to completing neurological assessments following a fall. This was t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and staff interviews, the facility failed to store, prepare, and serve food in a safe and sanitary manner by not removing dented cans from service. This was a random opportunity f...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain effective infection control practices in the laundry room. Additionally, facility staff failed to adhere to infection control poli...
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May 2024
10 deficiencies
2 IJ (1 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0742
(Tag F0742)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and resident and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the psychosocial wellbeing of a resident was met following a traumatic event, due to failing to follow up with Re...
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CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** b) Resident # 64
On 05/20/24 at 12:00 PM a record review of the facility reported incident dated 04/01/24 was performed. During ...
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SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on resident facility record review, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that a resident's respiratory care was provided consistent with professional standar...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** a) Resident #64
On 05/20/24 at 2:23 PM an interview with Resident #64 was conducted. While in Resident #64's room, a beeping sou...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0680
(Tag F0680)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the activities program was directed by a qualified professional who is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an acti...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records as it pertained to behavior monitoring for Resident #1. Resident identifier: 2. Facility census: 65...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, observation and staff interviews the facility failed to ensure the patient care equipment was in safe operating condition. A concentrator was identified to have overhea...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
a) Resident #64
On 05/20/24 at 11:30 AM a review of the facility reported incident dated 04/01/24 was performed. It was noted that on 04/01/24 at approximately 12:00 PM, Resident #64 was in the facili...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
a) Resident #64
On 05/20/24 at 11:30 AM a review of the FRI complaint and investigation was performed. It was noted that on 04/01/24 at approximately 12:00 PM, Resident #64 was in the facility dining ...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
QAPI Program
(Tag F0867)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and staff interview the facility failed to implement written Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) polices and procedures for data collection and monitoring inclu...
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Oct 2022
13 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure care was provided in a manner to promote the resident's dignity. A sign was posted in Resident #46's room noting direction for...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to complete an accurate comprehensive assessment for t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents unable to carry out activities of daily living (ADLs) received necessary services in the areas of dr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to provide the necessary treatment and services to promote healing of pressure ulcer. This failed practice was true for one (1) of fou...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was fed by enteral means received the appropriate treatment and services to restore, if possible, oral eatin...
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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
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Based on observation, record review and staff interview, the facility failed to provide oxygen therapy in accordance with professional standards and practices. The facility failed to ensure the flow...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to keep waste properly contained when the dumpster was overfilled and uncovered. This failure had the potential to result in unpleasant odors ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility staff failed to accurately complete comprehensive assessments...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on deficiencies cited, resident interviews, record reviews, and review of the facility assessment, the facility failed t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure drugs and biologicals, used in the facility, were stored and administered in accordance with current accepted professional pra...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on observation, policy review, and staff interview, the facility failed to serve food that was palatable and at an accurate temperature. This failed practice had the potential to affect more t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. The facility failed to label and date food items that w...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain an accurate medical record for one three (3) of 20 sample residents reviewed during the Long-Term Care Survey process. Res...
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Jul 2021
16 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide personal privacy during medical treatments for one (1) of two (2) residents observed for treatments. Resident identifier: Resident ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving verbal abuse were reported, not later than 24 hours of the event that caused the allegation...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to provide evidence a bed hold notification was given ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to accurately complete section G (Eating) status of the Minimum Data Set (MDS). This is true for one (1) of twenty-one (21) reviewed d...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on a random observation, record review, resident and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident who required assistance or was unable to perform activities of daily living durin...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on a random opportunity for discovery, through record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents requiring assuasive devices for hearing are in good working or...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0691
(Tag F0691)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to provide colostomy care to a resident according to professional standards of practice. The facility allowed unauthorized staff to prov...
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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
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Based on record review and staff interview, facility failed to provide pain management services in accordance with professional standards of practice. The facility failed to provide pain medication ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to evaluate a resident for a gradual dosage reduction (GDR) for a psychotropic medication originally prescribed to treat unspecified p...
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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
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Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure all drugs and biological's used by the facility were stored in accordance with currently accepted professional standards for proper ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to complete refrigerator temperatures in accordance with professional standards for food service safety related to storage. This has the...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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c) Resident #34
A review of Resident Council minutes, spanning 01/01/21 through 06/30/21, was completed on 07/26/21 at 9:36 PM. The February 2021 Resident Council minutes reflected Resident #34 repo...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure four (4) of 21 residents reviewed during the long-te...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
b) Resident #12
A medical record review was completed on 07/27/21 at 2:30 PM. There was no evidence the facility had provided ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on observation, record review, resident council meeting, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents re...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
QAPI Program
(Tag F0867)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on interviews, facility documentation and resident council minutes, the facility failed to identify, develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencie...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 2 life-threatening violation(s), 1 harm violation(s), $251,207 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 44 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $251,207 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in West Virginia. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Belmont Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within West Virginia, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Belmont Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 73%, which is 26 percentage points above the West Virginia average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 80%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Belmont Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 44 deficiencies at BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2021 to 2024. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 1 that caused actual resident harm, and 41 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Belmont Healthcare Center?
BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER 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 COMMUNICARE HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 68 certified beds and approximately 63 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BELMONT, West Virginia.
How Does Belmont Healthcare Center Compare to Other West Virginia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in West Virginia, BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.7, staff turnover (73%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Belmont Healthcare Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations, the facility's high staff turnover rate, and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Belmont Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in West Virginia. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Belmont Healthcare Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER is high. At 73%, the facility is 26 percentage points above the West Virginia average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 80%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Belmont Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER has been fined $251,207 across 1 penalty action. This is 7.1x the West Virginia average of $35,591. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Belmont Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER 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.