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War Memorial Hospital

1 Healthy Way, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 · Morgan County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 94% full (15 of 16 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Berkeley Springs's top-rated skilled nursing communities

War Memorial Hospital is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Berkeley Springs, WV, with 16 certified beds and an average of about 15 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 5.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.21 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.51 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Berkeley Springs for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
16
Avg. residents/day
15
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
51E150

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

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$10,660–$14,260/mo (median $12,090)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hagerstown 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
5.51
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.21
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
27.3%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey)
1
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-04-09
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-10-16Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

2022-11-02Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2022-11-02Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2022-11-02Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2022-11-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

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.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy

Location

1 Healthy Way, Berkeley Springs, WV

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about War Memorial Hospital

How much does War Memorial Hospital cost?

War Memorial Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Berkeley Springs, WV area typically runs $10,660–$14,260 per month (median $12,090, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is War Memorial Hospital's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates War Memorial Hospital 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at War Memorial Hospital?

Staff provide about 5.51 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at War Memorial Hospital?

War Memorial Hospital has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does War Memorial Hospital have availability?

Typically 94% full (15 of 16 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does War Memorial Hospital offer?

War Memorial Hospital in Berkeley Springs, WV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 16 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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