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Weston County Health Services

1124 Washington Blvd, Newcastle, WY 82701

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Weston County Health Services is a nursing home in Newcastle, Wyoming. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(307) 746-2793
Last standard health inspection
December 11, 2025 (11 months ago)
Certified beds
58
Residents per day, on average
48.2
Ownership type
Government - Federal
Legal business name
Weston County Hospital District
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Wyoming average (26 vs 21).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.8 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.

  2. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 13, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    11 of 36 Wyoming homes (31%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.

    • Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 14, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0600 3 times since 2023.

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  3. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  4. 1 citation

    Health inspection on March 31, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0602. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 26, 2026.

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  5. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS added its abuse icon to this home.

  6. 10 citations

    Health inspection on December 11, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    14 of 36 Wyoming homes (39%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

    • Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 23, 2025.

    • Citation F0605. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

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  7. 4 citations

    Fire safety inspection on December 11, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0753. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation K0100. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

    • Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 5, 2026.

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  8. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  9. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  11. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.3 to 2.0 hours per resident per day.

  12. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.

  13. 4 citations

    Health inspection on July 11, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0837. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0851. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0868. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2024.

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  14. 4 citations

    Fire safety inspection on July 11, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2024.

    • Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for K0351 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2024.

    • Citation K0900. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2024.

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  15. 10 citations

    Health inspection on April 13, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0680. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0727. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0740. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation F0888. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

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  16. 7 citations

    Fire safety inspection on April 13, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0351. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0255. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that suites are correctly sub-divided by noncombustible or limited-combustible construction.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0271. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have exits that are accessible at all times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2023.

    • Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2023.

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Owners and managers

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Questions

When was Weston County Health Services last inspected?

CMS lists December 11, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Weston County Health Services have?

CMS lists 26 health citations since April 13, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Weston County Health Services been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Weston County Health Services?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Weston County Health Services a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.