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Nursing Home

Avantara Billings

Nursing Home

Avantara Billings

2115 Central Ave. Billings, MT 59102 View map
Overview of Avantara Billings

Experience a life of sophistication, refinement, and empathy at Avantara Billings. Nestled in scenic Montana, Avantara Billings offers cutting-edge physical and occupational rehabilitation plans, complete with state-of-the-art physical therapy equipment. They also provide speech pathology services, with a standout orthopedic rehabilitation program. The advanced Trent Transitional Rehabilitation program ensures that residents regain their strength, independence, and confidence in a comfortable and supportive environment. Avantara Billings is an excellent choice for seniors in need of pulmonary, oncology, and orthopedic care, among other services. 

Residents will find themselves supported, entertained, and rejuvenated in this healing space. For those who enjoy a good book, the library offers a peaceful retreat, while wall-mounted flat-screen TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi provide ample entertainment options. The concierge and salon services, as well as the home’s prime location near prestigious hospitals, make Avantara Billings the ideal choice for families seeking the very best for their loved ones.

(406) 656-6500

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
Montana 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
Montana average: 2.6/5
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.
2/5
Montana average: 2.9/5
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.
2/5
Montana average: 3.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 34m per day

This home provides 9% less nursing time per resident than the Montana average.

Montana average: 3h 54m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 160

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Montana average
Occupancy rate 65.6%
Residents per day (avg) 105
Occupancy rate
65.6%
Residents per day (avg)
105

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

43% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.6M
Operating loss
-$7.7K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7,574,017.00
Operating loss
$-7,655.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
46.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.0M
Total costs $7.6M
Years in operation
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Inspection History

In Montana, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division is the state body responsible for inspecting and licensing all senior residential care facilities.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 8

Montana average 5.1


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 49

Montana average 29.7

Citations per inspection
6.12

Montana average 5.72


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

24 of 49 citations resulted from standard inspections; 20 of 49 resulted from complaint investigations; and 5 of 49 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
233% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 4
82% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 2.2

1 critical citation More info Montana average: 0.3

4 serious citations More info Montana average: 2.2

44 moderate citations More info Montana average: 26.5

0 minor citations More info Montana average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 28, 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. Aug 28, 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. Aug 28, 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. Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Montana The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.

5 facilities compared · CMS & MT Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Eureka of Cascadia, LLC dba Mountain View of Cascadia
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.

Eureka
49
69.3%
+12%
3.56
+30%
-21%
0
13
0
47
-
-
Carvey, Dianna
$3,7M
$1,5M
40.8%
275084
Avantara Billings
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.

-
160
65.6%
+6%
3.57
+23%
-21%
3
49
5
105
A+
72
Caldwell, Sarah
$7,6M
$3,5M
46.8%
275029
Central Montana Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
-
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Lewistown
62
35.5%
-42%
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
39
Central Montana Snf Operations Holdings Llc
$1,0M
$0,3M
28.2%
275064
Libby of Cascadia, LLC dba Libby Care Center
-
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.

LIBBY
101
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Logan Health – Conrad – LTC
-
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.

Conrad
59
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-

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Address 2115 Central Ave. Billings, MT 59102

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 189
Employees 96
Contractors 93
Staff to resident ratio 1.64:1
7% worse than Montana average

Montana average ratio: 1.77:1

Avg staff/day 48
Average shift 9.1 hours
6% better than Montana average

Montana average: 8.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 39,745
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 36
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 19
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 104
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

27.7%

11,025 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 58 Registered Nurse: 24 Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant465810418,64391100%9.9
Registered Nurse1224366,05891100%9.8
Licensed Practical Nurse109195,09691100%10.1
Physical Therapy Aide6061,8276571%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker3031,4086470%8
Other Dietary Services Staff7071,3598897%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician2131,3206571%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist3031,2406470%6.9
Qualified Social Worker2136515459%8.9
RN Director of Nursing1015046369%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014886167%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Administrator1013604549%8
Medication Aide/Technician1013204044%8
104 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
36 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 97%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 59%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 69%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Administrator
% of Days 49%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 44%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
115 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
18 residents (15.7%)
Medicaid
90 residents (78.3%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (6.1%)
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. 14.9
34% worse 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. 29.4
35% worse 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 30.1%
55% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 19.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 29.6%
42% worse 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 28.6%
14% worse 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 4.0%
7% 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 3.6%
42% better than Montana average

Montana average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.2%
57% better than Montana average

Montana average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.4%
21% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.0%
36% better than Montana average

Montana average: 4.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 31.8%
67% worse 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 98.9%
6% better than 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 96.1%
26% better than Montana average

Montana average: 76.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.2%
27% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.8%
26% 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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $195K
124% higher than Montana average

Montana average: $87K

Number of fines 4
72% more fines than Montana average

Montana average: 2.3

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
514% more payment denials than Montana average

Montana average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $195K
Montana average $87K
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. Aug 28, 2025
$134K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Aug 28, 2025
47 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 4, 2025
$19K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 22, 2023
$39K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.

~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Montana SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Montana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

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