Quick answers
- Where is Garrett County Subacute Unit?
- 251 North Fourth Street, Oakland, MD 21550, in Garrett County, Maryland.
- What is the phone number of Garrett County Subacute Unit?
- (301) 533-4220, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Garrett County Subacute Unit?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Garrett County Subacute Unit been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Garrett County Subacute Unit.
- What did inspectors find at Garrett County Subacute Unit?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 16, 2023 to September 21, 2026), Medicare lists 3 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 16, 2023 to September 21, 2026), Garrett County Subacute Unit had 3 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 10.47 hours per resident per day; the Maryland average is 3.93 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: September 21, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 21, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: August 5, 2025 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 5, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0887 Level D
“Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.”
Earlier cycle: March 16, 2023 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: March 16, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Maryland | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 5.75 | 0.88 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.00 | 0.92 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 4.72 | 2.14 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 10.47 | 3.93 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 9.31 | 3.49 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.62 | 0.64 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 21.4% | 40.2% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 12.5% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 7 nursing homes: WVU Medicine.
Legal business name: GRMC, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (3)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia United Health System, Inc | Direct owner | 100% | July 1, 2022 |
| West Virginia United Health System, Inc | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2022 |
| West Virginia United Health System, Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2022 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 10 |
| Average residents per day | 5.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | WVU Medicine |
| Legal business name | GRMC, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1997-08-06 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | None |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 251 North Fourth Street, Oakland, MD 21550 |
| County | Garrett County |
| State | Maryland |
| Phone | (301) 533‑4220 |
| CMS Certification Number | 215310 |
| Name in Medicare records | GARRETT COUNTY SUBACUTE UNIT |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Oakland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center0.5 mi · Oakland, MD · 1 of 5 stars
- Dennett Rehab Center1.1 mi · Oakland, MD · 1 of 5 stars
- Majestic Care of Hopemont6.5 mi · Terra Alta, WV · 1 of 5 stars
- Kingwood Healthcare Center15 mi · Kingwood, WV · 4 of 5 stars
- Cortland Acres Health and Rehabilitation19 mi · Thomas, WV · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Garrett Regional Medical Center0.0 mi · Oakland, MD · Acute Care Hospital
- Preston Memorial Hospital17 mi · Kingwood, WV · Critical Access Hospital
- Potomac Valley Hospital21 mi · Keyser, WV · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13