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WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER

2525 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, WEIRTON, WV 26062
Score: 89 / 100

Among nursing homes in West Virginia, Weirton Geriatric Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 89 out of 100. It ranks in the 94th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Weirton Geriatric Center provides above-average staffing with 4.97 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 47 deficiencies at Weirton Geriatric 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 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.97 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.03 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.60 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.34 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.53 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

47
Total Deficiencies
Apr 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 44 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0814 Severity E
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity D
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Apr 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Apr 23, 2025 · 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 2.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.6% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 2.3% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 17.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 89 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
137
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6