nursing home in Blacksburg, VA
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center
1000 Litton Lane, Blacksburg, VA 24060 · (540) 443-3400
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center at a glance
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Blacksburg, Virginia (Montgomery County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Virginia average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 13, 2026) found 15 health citations. The Virginia average is 14.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $80,880.
Nursing staff turnover is 78.3% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 2010
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 495406
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.13 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.30 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.07 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 78.3% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.8% | 48.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 15 | 14 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 234 | 122.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $80,880 | $23,688 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 8.2% | 3.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6% | 4.7% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.8% | 14.2% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.3% | 14.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.7% | 15.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.6% | 18.7% | 12.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 28.4% | 20.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 21.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 90.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 73.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 73.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0949 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| September 17, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| September 17, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| September 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| October 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2022 |
| April 21, 2022 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $80,880 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 | Fine | $80,880 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DALTON, BRAD Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| ALLEN, KATHERINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2015 |
| DALTON, BRAD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| FLANNAGAN, KORIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| GEARHART, HEATHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/1998 |
| JOHNSON, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/1997 |
| LO, HING HAR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2005 |
| MCDEARIS, TOMMY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MCMAHON, BRIDGET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2009 |
| PIERCE, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| POSPICHAL, JASON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2010 |
| PRICE, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/1986 |
| SHEPHERD, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SPENCER, EDWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
| TEASTER, PAMELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| VOSBURGH, TRACY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| BOOKOUT, ALLAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| NEVITT, MOLLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| STONE, MEG Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center's rating?
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Virginia nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Virginia average of 14.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center is at 1000 Litton Lane, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Phone: (540) 443-3400.
About this data
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