Life Care Center of Casper
4041 South Poplar St, Casper, WY 82601 · (307) 266-0000
For profit - Corporation · 120 certified beds
Life Care Center of Casper has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2026, found 4 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Wyoming average is 7.8). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $11,045 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 16, 2026 found 4 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 16, 2026 · F0689 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Some
- Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.July 16, 2026 · F0565 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.July 16, 2026 · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 16, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 9 citations.
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.July 16, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.April 23, 2026 · F0656 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.October 17, 2024 · F0550 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionOctober 17, 2024 · F0637 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.October 17, 2024 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- 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.October 17, 2024 · F0758 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.October 17, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.April 9, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.January 25, 2024 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $11,045July 16, 2026
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Wyoming average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.17 | 3.87 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.31 | 0.94 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.60 | 0.50 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.25 | 2.43 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 44.2% | 51.8% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 74.1 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Casper Mountain Rehabilitation and Care Center Casper · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Shepherd of the Valley Rehabilitation and Wellness Casper · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Douglas · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
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