nursing home in Buffalo, WY
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility
700 Veteran's Lane, Buffalo, WY 82834 · (307) 684-5511
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility at a glance
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility is a 36-bed government nursing home in Buffalo, Wyoming (Johnson County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Wyoming average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 7.9 hours of nursing care per day (2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 23, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Wyoming average is 7.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 30, 2024
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Johnson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 535061
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 |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.88 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 0.94 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.61 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.75 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 8 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 97.5 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $28,128 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 36 | 82 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 21 | 56 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 58.1% | 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) | 8.1% | 4.7% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 41.5% | 21.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 24.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.8% | 15.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 5.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.4% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 3.5% | 15.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29% | 22.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 23, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 27, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 23, 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 February 20, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Complaint | 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 February 17, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Complaint | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 3, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| January 23, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 19, 2026 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 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 August 27, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 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 August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 23, 2026 | Payment Denial | 62 days from February 27, 2026 |
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 security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| JOHANSSON, STEFAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| MEREDITH, GREGORY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| ALLISON, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/03/2022 |
| JOHANSSON, STEFAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| MEREDITH, GREGORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| STATE OF WYOMING Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility's rating?
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility 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 Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Wyoming average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility 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 Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility is at 700 Veteran's Lane, Buffalo, WY 82834. Phone: (307) 684-5511.
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.