Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Fairmont, West Virginia
1 of 5 nursing homes in Fairmont (20%) meet our strict criteria. The West Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
430
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$16,772 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
70 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Fairmont, West Virginia, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 20% of the five facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities have accumulated a total of $8,278 in fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration when choosing care options.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 FAIRMONT MEDICAL CENTER (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting exceptional quality of care. As a non-profit organization, Fairmont Medical Center focuses on community well-being, ensuring personalized attention and support for residents.
The other 4 Fairmont facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $16K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting exceptional quality of care. As a non-profit organization, Fairmont Medical Center focuses on community well-being, ensuring personalized attention and support for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Fairmont Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 2.44 | 1.17 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 6 | 44.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $16,772
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Fairmont Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Fairmont's city average is 2.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 Fairmont facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Fairmont avg is 70 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Fairmont facilities average 44.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Fairmont at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 20% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $16K in total fines across 3 facilities
- Worst facility has $8K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 49.6 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 60% for-profit, 20% non-profit, 20% government
- 44.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Fairmont, WV are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Fairmont (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Fairmont "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Fairmont?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.