Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo, Wyoming
1 of 2 nursing homes in Buffalo (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Wyoming statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
86
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Buffalo, Wyoming, is adequate, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Amie Holt Care Center, which boasts a 5★ rating and no fines, ensuring a quality option in the area.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Amie Holt Care Center (90) — Amie Holt Care Center stands out with its exceptional CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A, this government hospital district facility provides top-tier care in a supportive community-focused environment, ensuring residents receive the highest quality of services without the burden of fines.
The other 1 Buffalo facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Amie Holt Care Center stands out with its exceptional CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A, this government hospital district facility provides top-tier care in a supportive community-focused environment, ensuring residents receive the highest quality of services without the burden of fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Buffalo Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Buffalo Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Buffalo's city average is 2.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Buffalo facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Buffalo avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Buffalo facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Buffalo, WY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Buffalo (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Buffalo "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 Buffalo?
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.