nursing home in Buckhannon, WV
St. Joseph's Hospital
Amalia Drive #1, Buckhannon, WV 26201 · (304) 473-2000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
St. Joseph's Hospital at a glance
St. Joseph's Hospital is a 16-bed non-profit nursing home in Buckhannon, West Virginia (Upshur County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the West Virginia average of 3.
Residents receive about 5.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 8, 2026) found 4 health citations. The West Virginia average is 11.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 10.5% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 16
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wvu Medicine
- Medicare-certified since
- October 8, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Upshur County
- CMS Certification Number
- 515051
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.74 hrs | 3.67 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.11 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 2.04 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.76 hrs | 3.17 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 10.5% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 114.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $29,505 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 16 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 16 | 78 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 99.4% | 90.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30.2% | 13.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.4% | 14.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.6% | 15.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5% | 7.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 43.1% | 27% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20% | 22.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 24, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 24, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 24, 2026 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 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 April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 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 April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2025 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 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 April 24, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 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 April 24, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| April 23, 2024 Standard | 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 April 24, 2024 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEST VIRGINIA UNITED HEALTH SYSTEM, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 09/01/2022 |
| BROWN, BARTLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2025 |
| LEICHLITER, NIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2025 |
| ABEL, BURTON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| BOHMAN, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| BROWN, BARTLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| BUCHANAN, KEITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| HANIFAN, DONOVAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/26/2017 |
| HESS, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| NESTOR, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| PRYZBYLEK, DANUTA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| TENNEY, BRANDON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| TIERNEY, KELLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| WARE, DANIELLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| FORESTER, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| HANNAH, FOREST Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| LEICHLITER, NIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2025 |
| FORESTER, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| HANNAH, FOREST Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| LEICHLITER, NIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St. Joseph's Hospital's rating?
St. Joseph's Hospital has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for West Virginia nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did St. Joseph's Hospital receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a West Virginia average of 11.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does St. Joseph's Hospital 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 St. Joseph's Hospital?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Wvu Medicine. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is St. Joseph's Hospital and how do I contact it?
St. Joseph's Hospital is at Amalia Drive #1, Buckhannon, WV 26201. Phone: (304) 473-2000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.