Peterson Rehabilitation and Healthcare
20 Homestead Avenue · Wheeling, WV · 26003 · 3042340500
150 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $14,518 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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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: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.37 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $147,234 |
Inspection citations (61 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
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 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
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 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 28, 2024 · found via complaint
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, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 | Fine | $14,518 |
| May 28, 2024 | Fine | $127,823 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $1,748 |
| September 11, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 515002 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.