Life Care Center of Cheyenne
Scout 91Cheyenne, WY · 160 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Cheyenne's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,800–$11,830/mo
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Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center
2700 E 12th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001 · Laramie County
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center specializes in short and long-term senior care services. You or your loved one will feel at home in our care.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Cheyenne, WY, with 105 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.76 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $62,647 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.24 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (68.6%)
- •23 deficiencies at last survey
- •$62,647 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Cheyenne options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 105
- Avg. residents/day
- 71
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 535025
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,800–$11,830/mo (median $10,540) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cheyenne prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.24
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.76
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 68.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 23
- Federal fines
- 1 ($62,647)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-22Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
2026-04-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-07 | Fine | $62,647 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
2700 E 12th Street, Cheyenne, WY
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center
How much does Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center cost?
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cheyenne, WY area typically runs $9,800–$11,830 per month (median $10,540, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center?
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center have availability?
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center offer?
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center in Cheyenne, WY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 105 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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