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Ohio Valley Health Care

222 Nicolette Road, Parkersburg, WV 26104 · Wood County

WVU Medicine Main Site

1.0CMS overall rating(304) 485-5137 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (60 of 66 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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Ohio Valley Health Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Parkersburg, WV, with 66 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It operates as part of the Wvu Medicine network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $21,580 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.83 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Parkersburg options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 66
Avg. residents/day: 60
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Wvu Medicine
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 515181

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,520–$13,770/mo (median $12,330)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Parkersburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.83; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.41; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 11
Federal fines: 1 ($21,580)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-03-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-18Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-03-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-03-18Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

2026-03-18Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

2026-03-18Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-08-28	Fine	$21,580

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

222 Nicolette Road, Parkersburg, WV

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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4.6

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Common questions about Ohio Valley Health Care

How much does Ohio Valley Health Care cost?

Ohio Valley Health Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Parkersburg, WV area typically runs $11,520–$13,770 per month (median $12,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Ohio Valley Health Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Ohio Valley Health Care 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Ohio Valley Health Care?

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Ohio Valley Health Care?

Ohio Valley Health Care has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Ohio Valley Health Care have availability?

Typically 90% full (60 of 66 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Ohio Valley Health Care offer?

Ohio Valley Health Care in Parkersburg, WV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 66 beds.

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