POCAHONTAS CENTER in MARLINTON, WV was fined $203,258 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 54 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

POCAHONTAS CENTER (MARLINTON, WV) — $203,258 in CMS Fines

Outcome: POCAHONTAS CENTER in MARLINTON, WV was fined $203,258 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 54 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.


• Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.


• Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.


• The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.


• Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.


• Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.


• Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.