nursing home in Lander, WY
Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc
8204 Wyoming State Highway 789, Lander, WY 82520 · (307) 335-6700
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc at a glance
Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc is a 40-bed government nursing home in Lander, Wyoming (Fremont County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Wyoming average of 2.9.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 24, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Wyoming average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $50,980.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 27, 2022
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Fremont County
- CMS Certification Number
- 535058
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 11 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 91 | 66.5 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $50,980 | $28,128 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 82 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 18 | 56 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 46% | 70.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 96.3% | 21.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 8.6% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 3.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.9% | 15.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 13% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 43.1% | 15.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.7% | 22.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.7% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2026 |
| October 15, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2025 |
| October 15, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2025 |
| October 15, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Complaint | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 29, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| October 10, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| October 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper openings in smoke barrier doors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0379 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $50,980 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2025 | Payment Denial | 14 days from November 15, 2025 |
| October 15, 2025 | Fine | $50,980 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| STATE OF WYOMING Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/27/2022 |
| JONES, RACHEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/27/2022 |
| LATHEM, RAGEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| STATE OF WYOMING Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/27/2022 |
| VASQUEZ, KELLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2025 |
| JONES, RACHEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/27/2022 |
| LATHEM, RAGEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| STATE OF WYOMING Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/27/2022 |
| VASQUEZ, KELLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc's rating?
Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wyoming nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Wyoming average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc and how do I contact it?
Mountain View Skilled Nursing Community at Wlrc is at 8204 Wyoming State Highway 789, Lander, WY 82520. Phone: (307) 335-6700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.