Elizabeth Care Center
83 Little Kanawha Pkwy · Elizabeth, WV · 26143 · 6812361010
36 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ecc Trust
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.90 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.10 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
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.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 14, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected October 14, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C December 7, 2022
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected January 23, 2023 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 515195 · certified since September 14, 2020. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.