Health Inspection
Inspection Summary
Weirton Geriatric Center
Citations
1
CMS Rating
5/5
Beds
137
Provider ID
515037
Healthcare Facility
Weirton Geriatric Center
Weirton, WV · View full profile →
WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER in WEIRTON, WV — inspection on April 24, 2025.
Found 1 citation. Severity: Standard violations.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.
Inspection Findings
FF011
F-F011 Section: Sanitation and Infection Prevention/Control, Subject: Solid Waste Disposal
a bulletin under Procedures: heading stated Keep lids closed on all outside receptacles.
515037
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in WEIRTON, WV, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from WEIRTON GERIATRIC CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.