Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Casper, Wyoming
1 of 3 nursing homes in Casper (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Wyoming statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
432
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$93,771 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
51 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Casper, Wyoming, is limited and not ideal, with only one recommended facility out of three. Families should be aware that two facilities have incurred a total of $93,771 in fines, indicating potential concerns in care quality despite the presence of a top-rated option.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Life Care Center of Casper (75) — Life Care Center of Casper shines with a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 120 residents, ensuring quality care in a for-profit setting.
The other 2 Casper facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $93K.
Recommended
Life Care Center of Casper shines with a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 120 residents, ensuring quality care in a for-profit setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Casper Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.19 | 0.85 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 15 | 36.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $93,771
Questions Casper Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Casper's city average is 2.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Casper facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Casper avg is 51 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Casper facilities average 36.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Casper at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 2 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
- $93K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $93K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 28.3 (dragged down by 2 F-grades)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 36.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Casper, WY are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Casper (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Casper "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Casper?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.