With a score of 4/100, Pocahontas 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.
With 3.00 total nurse hours per resident per day, Pocahontas Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 54 deficiencies at Pocahontas Center, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydr.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.00 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.50 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.67 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.83 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.55 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.22 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0807 Severity JEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydrDec 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0725 Severity FProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nov 4, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0732 Severity FPost nurse staffing information every day.Nov 4, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0574 Severity EThe resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.Nov 4, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 | 2.4% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.0% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 8.2% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 20.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 12.6% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 20.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $203,258
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 4 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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