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VIRGINIA VETERANS CARE CENTER

4550 SHENANDOAH AVE N W, ROANOKE, VA 24017
Score: 92 / 100

Virginia Veterans Care Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Roanoke, Virginia, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 92/100, it ranks in the top 7% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing at Virginia Veterans Care Center is near the national average, with 3.70 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Virginia Veterans Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.70 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.74 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.25 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.10 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Jan 26, 2022
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 15 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jan 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0565 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    May 22, 2019 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0604 Severity D
    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    May 22, 2019 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    May 22, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    May 22, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 1.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 3.0% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 27.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.5% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 17.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 28.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - State
Certified Beds
180
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 26, 2022
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1