Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility
700 Veteran's Lane · Buffalo, WY · 82834 · 3076845511
36 certified beds Government - State
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 19, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has plan of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 17, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 3, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
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.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
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 limited.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C July 26, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 535061 · certified since August 30, 2024. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.