Star Valley Care Center
130 Hospital Lane · Afton, WY · 83110 · 3078855900
24 certified beds Government - Hospital district Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.70 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.79 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
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.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Infection Control
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 535059 · certified since January 1, 2025. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.