Crest Nursing Home

Nursing Home · Butte, MT
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Crest Nursing Home

Nursing Home in Butte

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.
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Crest Nursing Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Crest Nursing Home

Crest Nursing Home is located in Butte, MT, and provides both short-term skilled nursing and long-term care. The facility focuses on individualized health care and rehabilitation services to help residents achieve their highest level of independence. Crest Nursing Home is committed to creating a comfortable environment for residents and their families.
(406) 494-7035

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.
▲ 78.6% Above MT avg.
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.
▲ 92.3% Above MT avg.
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.
▼ 31.0% Below MT avg.
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.
▲ 66.7% Above MT avg.

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 Montana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 18th out of 25 homes in Montana.

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 23m per day
Rank #18 / 25Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 25 homes in Montana.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Montana average, with a ranking across 25 Montana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Montana avg (3h 54m per day)
vs Montana avg
-13%
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 52m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
138 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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 months

Medicaid

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

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5.3M
Operating loss
-$243.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5.3M Rank #16 / 27Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 27 homes in Montana.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Montana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$243.7K
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 #15 / 27Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 27 homes in Montana.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Montana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$3.4M
65.5% of revenue Rank #10 / 27Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 27 homes in Montana.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Montana 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.
$2.1M
Total costs $5.5M
Bed community size
103-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
43%
Rank #18 / 26Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 26 homes in Montana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Montana average, with its statewide rank out of 26. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Lower than the Montana average: 61.7%
Occupied beds
44 / 103
Average residents per home in Montana 55 per day

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care
StatusCurrent
IssuanceSeptember 16, 2025
License Number12565
CMS Certification Number275122
AccreditationsAmerican Healthcare Association Bronze National Quality Award

Ownership & Operating Entity

Crest Nursing Home is administrated by Bercier, Staci.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Guest Meals
Guest Wi-Fi
Outdoor Patio Area
Library
Private Rooms Available
Housekeeping
Laundry
Cable-Ready Rooms
Recreational Lounge Areas
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation Therapy, Restorative Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Activities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef and Dietician directed menus with varying alternate food items available for all meals; snacks offered three times a day.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Montana average 5.1


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
6 Rank #1 / 26Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 26 homes in Montana.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Montana state average, with a ranking across all 26 MT SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Montana average 29.7

Citations per inspection
2 Rank #1 / 26Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 26 homes in Montana.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Montana mean across 26 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Montana average 5.72


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

4 of 6 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 6 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 2 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Montana average

Montana average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Montana average

Montana average: 2.2

0 critical citations More info Montana average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Montana average: 2.2

6 moderate citations More info Montana average: 26.5

0 minor citations More info Montana average: 0.7
Citations history (last 2 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Apr 10, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Apr 10, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Montana

Crest Nursing Home is located in Butte, Montana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Montana.

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MT

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MT

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MT

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Montana SCSEP

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

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Montana resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
MT

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Butte's city center to Crest Nursing Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 78
Employees 49
Contractors 29
Staff to resident ratio 1.70:1
0% compared with Montana average

Montana average ratio: 1.77:1

Avg staff/day 25
Average shift 7.5 hours
13% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 8.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 16,964
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

14.3%

2,417 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 8 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Certified Nursing Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant231247,91691100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse57122,86391100%8.8
Registered Nurse88161,3659099%7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,17591100%7.9
Dental Services Staff1014636167%7.6
Administrator1014575560%8.3
Physical Therapy Aide0113945864%6.8
Nurse Aide in Training5053833235%8
Speech Language Pathologist0113765864%6.5
Nurse Practitioner1013705459%6.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013514752%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1013514549%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0332426571%3.6
Qualified Social Worker022802730%2.8
Physical Therapy Assistant033612730%2.2
Medical Director011421112%3.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114167%6.8
Occupational Therapy Aide011361011%3.6
24 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 60%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
5 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 35%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 52%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 49%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 30%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 30%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 12%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 11%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 46
Medicare
5
10.9% of residents
Medicaid
35
76.1% of residents
Private pay or other
6
13% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

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. 7.5
33% better than Montana average

Montana average: 11.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 9.4
57% better than Montana average

Montana average: 21.8

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 12.9%
34% better than Montana average

Montana average: 19.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.1%
47% better than Montana average

Montana average: 20.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 4.2%
83% better than Montana average

Montana average: 25.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.8%
58% better than Montana average

Montana average: 4.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 10.3%
64% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.5%
9% better than Montana average

Montana average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.4%
78% better than Montana average

Montana average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.3%
73% better than Montana average

Montana average: 4.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 18.0%
6% better than Montana average

Montana average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Montana average

Montana average: 93.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.8%
In line with Montana average

Montana average: 93.7%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.9%
29% better than Montana average

Montana average: 76.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Montana average

Montana average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.1%
24% better than Montana average

Montana average: 73.8%

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Crest Nursing Home

What neighborhood is Crest Nursing Home in?

Crest Nursing Home is in the Meaderville neighborhood of Butte.

What is the license number of Crest Nursing Home?

According to MT state health department records, Crest Nursing Home's license number is 12565.

Who is the administrator of Crest Nursing Home?

Staci Bercier is the administrator of Crest Nursing Home.

How many beds does Crest Nursing Home have?

Crest Nursing Home has 103 beds.

Are there photos of Crest Nursing Home?

Yes — there are 12 photos of Crest Nursing Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Crest Nursing Home?

Crest Nursing Home is located at 3131 Amherst Ave.

What is the phone number of Crest Nursing Home?

(406) 494-7035 will put you in contact with the team at Crest Nursing Home.

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