Berkeley Springs Healthcare Center
456 Autumn Acres Road · Berkeley Springs, WV · 25411 · 3042583673
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Communicare Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.47 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (51 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 29, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 29, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected June 22, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected May 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 29, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 29, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 515137 · certified since December 11, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.