Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 2-star rated nursing home in Douglas, WY with 60 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 2/5, quality measures 2/5.
The facility has 53 health violations on record. Federal fines total $3,250 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: January 3, 2025.
This facility has abuse citations on its federal record.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Wyoming public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Our Coverage of Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.
Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 1 penalties totaling $3,250
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 3 violations
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2023 8 violations
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2022 8 violations
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
2021 2 violations
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 1 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 11 violations
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
2018 12 violations
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
2017 8 violations
Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly.
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.
Ensure residents have the right to have a choice over activities, their schedules, and health care according to their interests, assessments, and plans of care.
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis.
Make sure that special or therapeutic diets are ordered by the attending doctor.
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
- What violations has Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation received?
- Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation has 53 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation?
- Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation safe?
- Safety at Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation?
- Phone: (307) 358-3397. Address: 1108 Birch Street, Douglas, WY. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?
- Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility with 60 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Douglas, WY?
- Compare Summit Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation with other nursing homes in Douglas, WY on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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