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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Mcdowell Healthcare Center

150 Venus Road · Gary, WV 24836 · 120 certified beds

3044482121

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About Mcdowell Healthcare Center

Mcdowell Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Gary, West Virginia, in MC Dowell County. Public records list 120 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Communicare Health. It is Medicare certified. We hold 25 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 26 February 2026. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.49 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

5.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

16

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

5.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

16

5.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

16

Inspection history (25)

Records from August 2022 to February 2026.

  • February 26, 2026 · B

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-26.GOV
  • February 26, 2026 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-26.GOV
  • February 26, 2026 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-26.GOV
  • February 26, 2026 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-26.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0868

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0758

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • August 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-07 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-07.GOV
  • September 12, 2023 · E

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-12 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-12.GOV
  • September 12, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-12 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-12.GOV
  • September 12, 2023 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-12.GOV
  • August 24, 2022 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-08-24 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2022 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-08-24 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2022 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-08-24 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2022 · D

    Citation F0657

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-08-24 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-08-24.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.49 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.49 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.49 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.49 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.49 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.49 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Communicare Health

Chain ID 153 · 110 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3.2
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.7
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.6
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.5

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical WV range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · WV$12,836/mo
See full WV cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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