With a score of 69 out of 100, Morning Star Care Center earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Wyoming nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Fort Washakie location.
Morning Star Care Center provides above-average staffing with 5.99 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Morning Star Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 5.99 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.18 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 4.38 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.49 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.85 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0641 Severity DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Apr 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0622 Severity DNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is trNov 4, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0745 Severity DProvide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Nov 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoJan 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0758 Severity EImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psyJan 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 16.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 21.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 15.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 12.1% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 5.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 6.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $5,168
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 69 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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