With a score of 28/100, Mercer Healthcare Center ranks in the bottom tier of West Virginia nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing at Mercer Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.67 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 81 deficiencies at Mercer Healthcare Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.67 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.53 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.11 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.03 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.22 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.12 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0697 Severity EProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Jan 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiJan 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0805 Severity EEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Jan 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jan 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0865 Severity EHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.Jan 27, 2025 · Administration 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 | 3.5% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.6% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 21.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.5% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 13.6% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.7% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $28,060
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 28 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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