Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1275 Southview Drive · Bluefield, WV 24701 · 123 certified beds
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Mercer Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Bluefield, West Virginia, in Mercer County. Its reported capacity is 123 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Communicare Health. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 81 citations, the newest dated 28 January 2025. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.56 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.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
72
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Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
73
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
71
Records from June 2022 to January 2025.
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 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 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0770Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0770 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0847Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0847 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0661Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0661 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-22 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 15, 2023 · D
Citation F0806Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-15 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · E
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · D
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 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 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · D
Citation F0640Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 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 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · D
Citation F0582Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 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 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 29, 2022 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-06-29 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $28,060
May 7, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-9042CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,433 against this nursing home on 2024-05-07 (Fine ID: 9042). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
May 7, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-9043CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $13,627 against this nursing home on 2024-05-07 (Fine ID: 9043). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.56 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.16 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Communicare Health
Chain ID 153 · 110 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Median · WV$12,836/moOther licensed providers in Bluefield, with their own public records.
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