STONE PEAR PAVILION
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Stone Pear Pavilion in Chester, West Virginia, has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for care, but not without some concerns. Ranked #40 out of 122 facilities in the state, it sits in the top half, though it is #3 out of 3 in Hancock County, meaning there is only one local option that is better. Unfortunately, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with the number of issues identified rising from 9 in 2022 to 12 in 2024. Staffing ratings are below average at 2 out of 5 stars, and while turnover is better than the state average at 41%, the facility has less RN coverage than 81% of other West Virginia facilities, which is concerning as RNs are crucial for catching problems. On a positive note, there have been no fines, which is a strong indication of compliance. However, recent inspections revealed specific incidents that raised alarms, such as a failure to notify a physician when a resident's blood sugar levels exceeded 400 and a lack of timely responses to pharmacy recommendations regarding medications. Additionally, the facility was found to have cleanliness issues, with mold in shower rooms and dirty air conditioning vents, which could impact residents' health and comfort. Overall, families should weigh these strengths and weaknesses carefully when considering Stone Pear Pavilion for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- B
- In West Virginia
- #40/122
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 41% turnover. Near West Virginia's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most West Virginia facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 30 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
- 27 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
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Staff turnover below average (41%)
7 points below West Virginia average of 48%
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near West Virginia avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 27 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
12 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and resident interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents had the right to make choices about aspects of their life in the facility that are significant to the resident, ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on interview, record review and policy review the facility failed to make prompt efforts to resolve a grievance and to keep the resident notified of progress toward resolution. This was true f...
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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 medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to accurately complete a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for one (1) of 19 residents reviewed during the Long-Term Care Surv...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that the resident's Pre-admission Screening (PAS) refl...
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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 and interview, the facility failed to identify and implement measures to reduce hazards and risks, and to ensure that the resident environment remained free of accident hazards. T...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to provide services to provide appropriate toileting schedule for one (1) of one (1) resident reviewed for the bowel and bladder care area duri...
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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
Based on interview and review of documents, facility failed to adequately assess and control resident's pain. This failed practice had the potential to cause harm to one (1) of two (2) residents revie...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0868
(Tag F0868)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility documentation and staff interview, the facility failed to have the required members attend the Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) meetings at least quarterly. The facil...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
b) [NAME] wing shower room
Inspection of the [NAME] wing shower room on 08/06/24 02:10 PM revealed a black substance between the tiles of the shower room walls. In addition, the air conditioning vent ...
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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 medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to provide care and services in accordance with acceptable standards of practice. The facility failed to ensure the physician wa...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of the staff schedules for Registered Nurse (RN) coverage and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure RN coverage eight (8) consecutive hours a day, seven (7) days a week. This ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and staff interview the facility failed to have a clean sanitized mobile utility food cart and debris under...
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Sept 2022
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on Resident Council Interview, observation, resident interview, staff interview, record review and documentation review ...
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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 observation, staff interview, and operation policy the facility failed to report alleged violation related to, neglect, or abuse, and report the results of all investigation to the proper a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation, staff interview, and operation policy the facility failed to take actions to investigate an alleged violation related to, verbal abuse. This was a random opportunity for discov...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on record review and staff interview the facility failed to provide Notice of Discharge to the Office of the State Long ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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Based on observation, medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to implement a care plan. Resident #50's foot brace was not applied when up in her wheel chair. This was a random...
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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
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Based on observation, medical record review, and staff interview the facility failed to ensure residents received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice. Physician ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** .
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident with pressure ulcers receives necessary t...
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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 store oxygen tubing in the appropriate bag when not in use and ensure there was a physician order to administer oxygen ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
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Based on policy review, record review and staff interview The facility failed to develop and implement policies and procedures for the monthly drug regimen review that include, but are not limited t...
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May 2021
6 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 staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's personal privacy and confidentiality of his or her personal and medical records information. This was a random 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
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Based on observation, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed ensure the resident's environment was free of accident hazards of which they had control. The facility failed to properl...
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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 twelve (12) of twenty-one (21) residents reviewed dur...
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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
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Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide care and services in accordance with professional standards. This was true for three (3) ...
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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, staff interview and facility documentation review the facility failed to provide food services in accordance with professional standards. The facility failed to discard expired...
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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, policy review, and staff interview, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection prevention program to help prevent the development and transmission of communicab...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most West Virginia facilities.
- • 41% turnover. Below West Virginia's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 27 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Stone Pear Pavilion's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns STONE PEAR PAVILION an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within West 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 Stone Pear Pavilion Staffed?
CMS rates STONE PEAR PAVILION's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 41%, compared to the West Virginia average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Stone Pear Pavilion?
State health inspectors documented 27 deficiencies at STONE PEAR PAVILION during 2021 to 2024. These included: 27 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Stone Pear Pavilion?
STONE PEAR PAVILION 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 THE ORCHARDS, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 60 certified beds and approximately 57 residents (about 95% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in CHESTER, West Virginia.
How Does Stone Pear Pavilion Compare to Other West Virginia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in West Virginia, STONE PEAR PAVILION's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.7, staff turnover (41%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Stone Pear Pavilion?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Stone Pear Pavilion Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, STONE PEAR PAVILION 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 West 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 Stone Pear Pavilion Stick Around?
STONE PEAR PAVILION has a staff turnover rate of 41%, which is about average for West Virginia nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Stone Pear Pavilion Ever Fined?
STONE PEAR PAVILION 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 Stone Pear Pavilion on Any Federal Watch List?
STONE PEAR PAVILION 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.