Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility
Nursing Home · Buffalo, WY
CMS certification number535061
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).
Contact & location
700 Veteran's LaneBuffalo, WY 82834
Johnson County
- Phone
- (307) 684-5511
- ZIP code
- 82834 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 36
- Residents per day
- 20.9 (58% occupied)
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Legal name
- State of Wyoming
- Medicare certified since
- August 30, 2024
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 7.88 (state 3.87 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 2.01 (state 0.94 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.26 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 4.61 (state 2.43 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 6.75 (state 3.37 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- —
- RN turnover
- —
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- January 23, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 9.0 (state 7.6 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 4
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 16 health · 10 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-23 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2026-02-20 |
| 2026-01-23 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-17 |
| 2026-01-23 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. F0851 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-20 |
| 2026-01-23 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-20 |
| 2026-01-23 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-19 |
| 2026-01-23 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-29 |
| 2026-01-23 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-20 |
| 2026-01-23 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-20 |
| 2026-01-23 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-03 |
| 2024-07-26 | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. F0574 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. F0576 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | 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. F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | 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. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
| 2024-07-26 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-28 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-23 | Payment Denial | 62 days payment denial |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| State of Wyoming (organization) | 5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johansson, Stefan (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Meredith, Gregory (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Allison, Robert (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johansson, Stefan (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Meredith, Gregory (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| State of Wyoming (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility?
Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.9-star average in Wyoming.
How many beds does Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility have?
It has 36 certified beds and cares for about 21 residents per day.
Has Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Wyoming Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility?
(307) 684-5511. The facility is located at 700 Veteran's Lane, Buffalo, WY 82834.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.