Montgomery General Hospital
401 6th Avenue · Montgomery, WV · 25136 · 3044425151
44 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 77 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.21 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.98 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.74 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (39 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 29, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
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 November 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 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 November 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 1, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 1, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 1, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 30, 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 515081 · certified since February 3, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.