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BRAXTON HEALTHCARE CENTER

859 DAYS DRIVE, SUTTON, WV 26601
Score: 88 / 100

Among nursing homes in West Virginia, Braxton Healthcare Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 88 out of 100. It ranks in the 92th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at Braxton Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.58 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 25 deficiencies at Braxton Healthcare 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 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.58 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.45 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.07 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.07 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.96 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.20 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

25
Total Deficiencies
Apr 22, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 25 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Apr 22, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0582 Severity D
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    Apr 22, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Apr 22, 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 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Apr 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 2.7% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.8% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 14.7% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 1.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 16.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 88 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: 2★ → 8 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
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
65
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 22, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5