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Wellsburg Healthcare Center

70 Valley Haven Dr, Wellsburg, WV 26070 · Brooke County

Discover compassionate care at Wellsburg Healthcare Center. From skilled nursing to physical therapy, experience quality care that prioritizes your well-being.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (54 of 60 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

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

One of Wellsburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Wellsburg Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wellsburg, WV, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 54 residents per day. It operates as part of the Communicare Health network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $7,443 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.34 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 54
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Communicare Health
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 515123

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	$11,790–$14,080/mo (median $12,610)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Weirton 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: 3.34; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.55; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 43.1%; 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): 3
Federal fines: 1 ($7,443)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-01-23
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-01-23Severity D — 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.

2023-07-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2023-07-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2023-02-01Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2023-02-01Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2023-02-01Severity 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.

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
2023-07-05	Fine	$7,443

Services & amenities

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

Location

70 Valley Haven Dr, Wellsburg, 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 Wellsburg Healthcare Center

How much does Wellsburg Healthcare Center cost?

Wellsburg Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wellsburg, WV area typically runs $11,790–$14,080 per month (median $12,610, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Wellsburg Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Wellsburg Healthcare Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Wellsburg Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Wellsburg Healthcare Center?

Wellsburg Healthcare Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Wellsburg Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 90% full (54 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Wellsburg Healthcare Center offer?

Wellsburg Healthcare Center in Wellsburg, WV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.

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