Worthington Healthcare Center
2675 36th Street · Parkersburg, WV · 26104 · 3044857447
105 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Communicare Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
4 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.92 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $104,142 |
Inspection citations (38 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 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 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected June 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F April 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 13, 2024 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · K February 23, 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 March 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · K February 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · L February 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 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 March 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · 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 July 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 22, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected May 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 22, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 22, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 23, 2024 | Fine | $104,142 |
| February 23, 2024 | Payment Denial | 34 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 515047 · certified since February 5, 1973. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.