Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is an excellent skilled nursing community located in scenic Cheyenne, Wyoming, dedicated to improving the lives of its residents through compassionate and comprehensive care. Polaris specializes in short-term and long-term care, providing 24-hour routine, emergency medical care, and a therapeutic environment that encourages recovery and well-being.
Their community strongly believes that living life to the fullest is important, even when you are receiving care, so they combined their treatment programs with amenities like advanced therapy rooms, engaging recreational activities, and a nutritious dining program adjusted to specific dietary preferences to create a home-like atmosphere where residents can feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Along with creative and holistic activities like music, art, and pet therapy, residents can take advantage of various therapeutic treatments, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. At Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center, they are committed to delivering outstanding care that helps their residents achieve their health goals and lead fulfilling lives.
Eric Melvin is the Administrator at Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center. A dedicated leader and proud veteran, Eric is passionate about caring for residents and supporting his coworkers. He fosters a compassionate and nurturing environment that prioritizes resident well-being and teamwork.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
65% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
22% of new residents, often for short stays.
13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Wyoming average: 74%
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is legally operated by Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center, and administrated by Andrew Riggin.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Building Type: Single story building
In Wyoming, the Department of Health, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys is the regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and manages quality reports for all licensed facilities.
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2.0 miles from city center
2700 E 12th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 8.2 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 9.5 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 40 | 9 | Yes |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 1 | 40 | 10,732 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 4,558 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 19 | 0 | 19 | 3,629 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,022 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,616 | 90 | 99% | 9.5 |
| Physical Therapist | 19 | 0 | 19 | 1,433 | 82 | 90% | 6.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,172 | 89 | 98% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 1 | 6 | 1,139 | 72 | 79% | 6.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 1 | 3 | 826 | 68 | 75% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 780 | 59 | 65% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 680 | 66 | 73% | 5.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 508 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 336 | 70 | 77% | 4.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 266 | 70 | 77% | 3.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 112 | 13 | 14% | 8.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 70 | 16 | 18% | 4.3 |
| Occupational Therapist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2022 – Nov 2025)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2025 | G | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Open |
| Oct 24, 2025 | F | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | G | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0557 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2025 | F | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2025 | E | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Aug 07, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Aug 07, 2025 | G | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2024 | F | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 24, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0561 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | B | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Jun 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2024 | D | Nutrition | F0806 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2024 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jun 22, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0604 | Corrected |
| Jun 22, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jun 22, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Jun 22, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | C | Infection Control | F0888 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Historical financial and operational data for Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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