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HomeWyomingWeston County Health Services

Weston County Health Services

1124 Washington Blvd, Newcastle, WY 827013077462793WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.7on Google(29 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
58
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.

How Weston County Health Services Compares in Wyoming

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Wyoming. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
WY average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
WY average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
WY average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.81 hrs/day
WY average
3.87 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.61 hrs/day
WY average
0.94 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
58.9%
WY average
51.8%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Wyoming average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Wyoming average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.61 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.94.
Staff turnover is 58.9%, higher than the Wyoming average of 51.8%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 13, 2023
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 11, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,277/mo
Wyoming median
Private Room
$10,220/mo
Wyoming median
Weston County 65+
1,430
20.8% of county
County Population
6,870
Weston County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Weston County Health Services is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Newcastle, Wyoming with 58 certified beds. It has been operating since 1984. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
58
Avg Residents/Day
51.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Sep 4, 1984
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Weston
Last Inspection
Jul 11, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
74.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (18)

F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Mar 31, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0837Potential for Harm

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0851Potential for Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0680Potential for Harm

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0727Potential for Harm

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0623Potential for Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0740Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0888Minimal Harm

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

Survey: Apr 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0553Potential for Harm

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Survey: Mar 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.59 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.61 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.61 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.81 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.45 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
58.9%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
WESTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 1966
CADWELL, MAUREENW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 12, 2012
CADWELL, MAUREENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 12, 2012
CADWELL, MAUREENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 12, 2012
JAMES, CONNIECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 15, 2013
MATERI, GEORGENNACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 15, 2011

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Weston County Health Services and nearby alternatives.

All Wyoming facilities
Weston County Health Services
Newcastle, WYCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Crook County Medical Services District Long Term C
Sundance, WY39.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,981
The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center
Gillette, WY71.2 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $115,597
Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Douglas, WY96.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $34,646
Goshen Healthcare Community
Torrington, WY121.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $29,617
Life Care Center of Casper
Casper, WY129.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Amie Holt Care Center
Buffalo, WY129.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Weston County Health Services
Newcastle, WY · Current facility
—2/52/54/5None recorded
Crook County Medical Services District Long Term C
Sundance, WY
39.7 mi2/53/54/5$8,981
The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center
Gillette, WY
71.2 miN/AN/AN/A$115,597
Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Douglas, WY
96.2 mi2/52/54/5$34,646
Goshen Healthcare Community
Torrington, WY
121.9 mi3/53/52/5$29,617
Life Care Center of Casper
Casper, WY
129.7 mi5/53/55/5None recorded
Amie Holt Care Center
Buffalo, WY
129.7 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Weston County Health Services?▾
Weston County Health Services has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Weston County Health Services cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Wyoming is $9,277/month for a semi-private room and $10,220/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Weston County Health Services participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Weston County Health Services had any health inspection violations?▾
Weston County Health Services had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 11, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Weston County Health Services?▾
Weston County Health Services provides 3.81 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.61 RN hours, 0.61 LPN hours, and 2.59 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 58.9%.
How many beds does Weston County Health Services have?▾
Weston County Health Services has 58 certified beds with an average of 51.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Weston County Health Services?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Wyoming. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Weston County Health Services?▾
On Google Maps, Weston County Health Services has a rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 29 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.