RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in West Virginia (2026)

The top 25 of 122 CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

1232.1 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.0/5
Same as national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$56K$14K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeFairmont, WV

Fairmont Medical Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
30 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

1325 Locust AvenueFairmont, WV 26554

(304) 534-7810

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeBuckhannon, WV

St. Joseph's Hospital

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
16 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

Amalia Drive #1Buckhannon, WV 26201

(304) 473-2000

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeCharleston, WV

Thomas Hospitals Skilled Nursing Unit

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
29 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

333 Laidley StreetCharleston, WV 25322

(304) 347-6500

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeBridgeport, WV

United Transitional Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
32 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

327 Medical Park DriveBridgeport, WV 26330

(681) 342-5174

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeBerkeley Springs, WV

War Memorial Hospital

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
16 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

1 Healthy WayBerkeley Springs, WV 25411

(304) 258-6502

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeHuntington, WV

Madison Park Healthcare

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
41 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

700 Madison AvenueHuntington, WV 25704

(304) 522-0032

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomePoint Pleasant, WV

Pleasant Valley Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
100 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

640 Sand Hill RoadPoint Pleasant, WV 25550

(304) 675-5236

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeMorgantown, WV

Sundale Nursing Home

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
100 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

800 J D Anderson DriveMorgantown, WV 26505

(304) 599-0497

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeSutton, WV

Braxton Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
65 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

859 Days DriveSutton, WV 26601

(304) 765-2861

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeWheeling, WV

Continuous Care Center Wheeling Hospital

Faith-based

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
144 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

236 Hullihen PlaceWheeling, WV 26003

(304) 243-3800

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeHamlin, WV

Lincoln Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

200 Monday DriveHamlin, WV 25523

(304) 824-3133

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeGary, WV

Mcdowell Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

150 Venus RoadGary, WV 24836

(304) 448-2121

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeGrafton, WV

Taylor Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

2 Hospital PlazaGrafton, WV 26354

(304) 265-0008

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeWayne, WV

Wayne Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

6999 Route 152Wayne, WV 25570

(304) 697-7007

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeCowen, WV

Webster Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

411 Erbacon RoadCowen, WV 26206

(304) 226-5301

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16No Penalties

Nursing HomeWellsburg, WV

Wellsburg Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

70 Valley Haven DrWellsburg, WV 26070

(304) 394-5322

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17No Penalties

Nursing HomeHuntington, WV

St. Mary's Hospital

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
19 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

2900 First StreetHuntington, WV 25702

(304) 526-8983

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeWeirton, WV

Weirton Geriatric Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
137 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

2525 Pennsylvania AvenueWeirton, WV 26062

(304) 723-4300

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19No Penalties

Nursing HomeSpencer, WV

Roane General Hospital

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
35 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

200 Hospital DriveSpencer, WV 25276

(304) 927-4444

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20No Penalties

Nursing HomeMartinsburg, WV

Care Haven Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
68 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above West Virginia avg of 3.0

2720 Charles Town RoadMartinsburg, WV 25401

(304) 263-0933

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in West Virginia

#50of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 50 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+23.1%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy72.8 yrs

    A little lower than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover44.1%

    A little lower than the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for West Virginia →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in West Virginia?

West Virginia has 123 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 122 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in West Virginia?

Nursing homes in West Virginia average 3.0 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in West Virginia is penalized?

Among West Virginia nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $56K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does West Virginia compare with the national average?

West Virginia averages 3.0 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $56K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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