Buffalo, Wyoming · CMS Care Compare

Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility

700 Veteran's Lane, Buffalo, WY 82834

Government - State 36 certified beds All Wyoming homes →

Data insights

Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility does not currently carry a CMS overall star rating on Care Compare (data as of 2026-04-01). Facilities remain unrated when they are too new to have completed a full inspection cycle, have undergone a change of ownership, or have insufficient resident-assessment data to compute the quality measures component. Absence of a rating is neither positive nor negative — it simply means CMS has not yet published enough verified data for the public algorithm to produce a score.

Located in Buffalo, Wyoming, this facility operates 36 certified beds with an average daily census of roughly 23 residents — an occupancy rate of about 64%. The facility is classified under government - state ownership, a designation that can influence staffing patterns, reinvestment decisions, and admissions policy. Ownership type, bed certification (Medicare, Medicaid, or both), and geographic setting are frequently-requested context points that families weigh alongside the star rating when evaluating long-term care options.

On the regulatory side, federal and state surveyors have documented a moderate number of deficiencies at this facility (7 total). CMS has levied no enforcement penalties over the equivalent window. Deficiencies are graded by scope and severity on CMS's F-tag scale, ranging from isolated, low-harm findings to widespread, immediate-jeopardy citations. Tracking deficiency volume alongside severity provides a more complete picture than star rating alone. Families considering this facility are encouraged to review the full inspection history on medicare.gov/care-compare and to request copies of the most recent survey reports directly from the administrator before making a placement decision.

The figures above come directly from the U.S. Centers for Medicare \& Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare dataset for federal quality ratings, combined with the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey of more than 15,000 elder-care providers nationwide and U.S. Census American Community Survey income data. Cost figures are monthly medians, refreshed annually with each new CareScout release; quality ratings are refreshed quarterly from the CMS Provider Information File. Read these state and county medians as benchmarks, then verify current rates with individual providers and consult care managers before making placement decisions. See our methodology for source vintage.

Facility details

Beds, residents, ownership, location, penalty and deficiency counts from CMS Care Compare.
Attribute Value
Beds 36
Residents 23
Ownership Government - State
County Johnson
Penalties 0
Deficiencies 7

Source: CMS Care Compare Nursing Homes (data as of 2026-04-01)

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How much does a nursing home cost per month in Wyoming?

The median cost for a semi-private nursing home room in Wyoming is $9,916 per month ($118,990 annually). A private room averages $10,923 per month. Costs are from the CareScout 2025 survey.

What services does Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility offer?

Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility is a skilled nursing facility with 36 beds with approximately 23 current residents. It operates under government - state ownership. The facility has recorded 7 deficiencies and 0 penalties in CMS inspections.

Does Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility have any deficiencies or penalties?

Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility has multiple deficiencies (7 total) and 0 penalties recorded by CMS. Deficiencies are identified during federal and state inspections and can range from minor issues to serious safety concerns. Fewer deficiencies generally indicate better regulatory compliance.

What are the alternatives to a nursing home in Wyoming?

In Wyoming, alternatives include assisted living ($5,325/mo), home health aides ($8,771/mo), and adult day care ($3,286/mo). The right option depends on the level of medical care needed, budget, and personal preferences.

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Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Provider ID: 535061.

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