Seneca Trail Healthcare Center
1115 Maplewood Avenue · Lewisburg, WV · 24901 · 3046453076
80 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Communicare Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.65 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.66 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $9,949 |
Inspection citations (38 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 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 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 28, 2024 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 28, 2023 | Fine | $9,949 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 515185 · certified since April 15, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.