North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District

Nursing Home in Casper

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District

Nursing Home in Casper

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District

North Big Horn Hospital and New Horizons Care Center are located at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains in Lovell, Wyoming. They take pride in their facilities and their staff is fully trained and certified.
(307) 234-9381

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
1/5 ▼ 1.8 Wyoming average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
1/5 ▼ 1.7 Wyoming average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5 ▲ 0.5 Wyoming average: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
1/5 ▼ 1.8 Wyoming average: 2.8/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wyoming state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 8th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 57m per day
Rank #8 / 14Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wyoming average, with a ranking across 14 Wyoming SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Wyoming avg (4h 37m per day)
vs Wyoming avg
-14%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 50m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Higher occupancy than the Wyoming average: 69.2%
Occupancy rate 78.1% Rank #5 / 14Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its statewide rank out of 14. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 78 days
Occupancy rate
78.1% Rank #5 / 14Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its statewide rank out of 14. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
78 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

25% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$18.5M
Profit
$988.2K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$18.5M Rank #2 / 13Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 13 homes in Wyoming.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Wyoming SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$988.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #5 / 13Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 13 homes in Wyoming.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Wyoming average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$5.2M
28.3% of revenue Rank #13 / 13Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 13 homes in Wyoming.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Wyoming average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.2M
Total costs $17.5M
Bed community size
192-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNh
StatusActive
CountyNatrona
License Number15452
CMS Certification Number535042

Ownership & Operating Entity

North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District is administrated by Jessica Miller.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingWhitney Barrett

Contact Information

Fax307-472-3510

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCardiac Rehabilitation, Diabetes Education, Home Health, Hospital Services, Infusion Clinic, Specialty Clinics

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Inspection History

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.

1 visit/inspection Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date October 20, 2025
Complaint Investigation

Inspection Report Summary for North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District

The most recent inspection on October 20, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections also showed no deficiencies, indicating a consistent compliance record. A complaint investigation prompted by intake 2637234 was unsubstantiated, with no issues identified. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history suggests stable adherence to regulatory standards.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 11

Wyoming average 5.6


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations
37 Rank #12 / 14Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Wyoming state average, with a ranking across all 14 WY SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Wyoming average 18.9

Citations per inspection
3.36

Wyoming average 3.4


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 37 citations resulted from standard inspections; 12 of 37 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 37 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0 Rank #8 / 8Severe citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 8 homes in Wyoming.Shows citations where actual resident harm occurred, compared to the Wyoming average and ranked across 8 SNFs statewide. Even a single severe citation is significant — lower is always better.
100% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 7
289% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 1.8

0 critical citations More info Wyoming average: 0.2

7 serious citations More info Wyoming average: 1.8

30 moderate citations More info Wyoming average: 16.4

0 minor citations More info Wyoming average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect serious citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. May 22, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 20, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 20, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights serious citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Mar 20, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Casper The information below is reported by the Wyoming Department of Health, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys.

2 facilities compared · CMS & WY Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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North Big Horn Hospital District, a Wyoming Special Hospital District
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Casper192 78.1% +13%3.95 -13%-13%5373.47157---$18.5M$5.2M28.3%535042
Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital LLC -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wyoming resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WY

Sparse population; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Age 60+
General Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WY

Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Age 60+
General WY resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WY

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WY resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wyoming SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, WY resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
WY

Priority for veterans, rural residents; serves Big Horn, Fremont, Natrona, Park, Washakie.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WY resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WY

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).
Asset Limits Not assessed beyond income.
WY

Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$200-$900/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

Age 60+
General WY resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 215
Employees 215
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.39:1
13% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average ratio: 1.60:1

Avg staff/day 80
Average shift 9 hours
7% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 8.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 65,735
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 27
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 68
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6806823,97191100%10.2
Physical Therapist3003010,86791100%7.3
Registered Nurse270277,15491100%9.8
Medication Aide/Technician150154,4019099%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist8084,03391100%9
Licensed Practical Nurse150153,58391100%10.6
Nurse Aide in Training290293,4178897%9.4
Other Dietary Services Staff100102,6419099%7
RN Director of Nursing4041,7897178%8.2
Mental Health Service Worker3031,1917077%7.4
Occupational Therapy Aide2021,0666976%8.3
Nurse Practitioner2026246167%8
Administrator1015046369%8
Dietitian1014966268%8
68 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
30 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
27 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 99%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
29 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 97%
10 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 78%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 77%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 76%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 155
Medicare
15
9.7% of residents
Medicaid
104
67.1% of residents
Private pay or other
36
23.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 12.8
17% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 10.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 23.1
11% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.8

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.7%
8% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 29.7%
55% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 19.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 17.9%
23% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 23.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.4%
9% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 4.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.5%
69% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.8%
76% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.4%
17% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 6.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 9.5%
47% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 6.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 30.1%
32% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 22.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.4%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 94.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 90.9%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 94.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 77.4%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 74.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
19% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 63.0%
18% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 77.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $94K
137% higher than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: $40K

Number of fines 5 Rank #8 / 8Federal fines — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 8 homes in Wyoming.Shows this facility's CMS fine count alongside the Wyoming average, and where it ranks among all 8 skilled nursing facilities in the state. Fewer fines mean a better rank.
87% more fines than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $94K
Wyoming average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 22, 2025
$19K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 20, 2025
$24K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 15, 2024
$8K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 22, 2024
$34K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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