Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is the epitome of excellence when it comes to senior living care, as evidenced by its outstanding nursing home quality measures. Within this extraordinary community, exceptional standards are upheld to ensure that residents receive the utmost care and support they deserve. The ambiance exudes warmth and comfort, creating a welcoming environment that feels like home.
The dedicated team of professionals utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to deliver personalized treatment plans, all while maintaining the highest nursing home quality measures. These measures serve as a testament to the community’s commitment to providing superior care and achieving optimal outcomes for its residents. In addition to top-notch medical services, Riverside goes above and beyond to ensure resident satisfaction. The community values transparency and encourages open communication by actively seeking and addressing nursing home reviews. This commitment to ongoing improvement allows Riverside to continuously enhance its services, ensuring that residents receive the highest level of care and comfort.
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MT Dept. of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Montana average is: 47.0% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | NH | Missoula (Heart Of Missoula) | 72
Facility
72
MT AVG
70
Rank
#42 / 103 |
92.6%
Facility
92.6%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#6 / 30 | +41% | 4.11
Facility
4.11
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#11 / 30 | -23% | -9% | $65.1k
Facility
$65.1k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#23 / 31 | 30
Facility
30
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#15 / 31 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#20 / 31 | 1 | 67 | - |
42
Facility
42
MT AVG
45
Rank
#82 / 149 | David Smilovitz Trust | $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$8.2M
Rank
#8 / 18 | $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$3.7M
Rank
#8 / 18 | 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
47%
Rank
#7 / 18 | 275126 | ||||
| Kindred Transitional Care & Rehab – Park Place | NH SNF | Great Falls | 189
Facility
189
MT AVG
70
Rank
#3 / 103 |
77.8%
Facility
77.8%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#11 / 30 | +19% | 3.75
Facility
3.75
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#13 / 30 | +13% | -17% | $104.1k
Facility
$104.1k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#25 / 31 | 43
Facility
43
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#20 / 31 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#13 / 31 | 6 | 147 | - |
46
Facility
46
MT AVG
45
Rank
#73 / 149 | Reid Crickmore | $17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$8.2M
Rank
#1 / 18 | $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$3.7M
Rank
#4 / 18 | 27%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
27%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
47%
Rank
#18 / 18 | 275030 | ||||
| Livingston Health and Rehab Center | NH MC RC SNF | Livingston | 115
Facility
115
MT AVG
70
Rank
#14 / 103 |
38.3%
Facility
38.3%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#24 / 30 | -42% | 3.01
Facility
3.01
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#29 / 30 | -21% | -34% | $17.4k
Facility
$17.4k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#12 / 31 | 33
Facility
33
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#16 / 31 | 8.3
Facility
8.3
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#28 / 31 | 2 | 44 | - |
64
Facility
64
MT AVG
45
Rank
#37 / 149 | - | $3.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $1.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 43.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 275047 | ||||
| Billings Nursing and Rehab | NH HOS RC SNF | Billings (South Side) | 100
Facility
100
MT AVG
70
Rank
#26 / 103 |
73.0%
Facility
73.0%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#15 / 30 | +11% | 3.58
Facility
3.58
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#17 / 30 | +27% | -21% | $62.8k
Facility
$62.8k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#21 / 31 | 45
Facility
45
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#22 / 31 | 5.6
Facility
5.6
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#14 / 31 | 3 | 73 | - |
56
Facility
56
MT AVG
45
Rank
#57 / 149 | - | $5.2M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $2.0M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 39.1%*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 275120 | ||||
| Eagle Cliff Healthcare Community | NH AL HOS RC SNF | Billings (Heights) | 129
Facility
129
MT AVG
70
Rank
#10 / 103 |
27.9%
Facility
27.9%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#28 / 30 | -57% | 3.76
Facility
3.76
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#13 / 30 | -29% | -17% | $80.9k
Facility
$80.9k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#24 / 31 | 64
Facility
64
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#29 / 31 | 10.7
Facility
10.7
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#30 / 31 | 4 | 36 | - |
3
Facility
3
MT AVG
45
Rank
#145 / 149 | Amin Family Limited Partnership | $4.2M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $1.6M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 38.2%*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 275123 | ||||
| Benefis Extended Care Center | NH MC | Great Falls | 64
Facility
64
MT AVG
70
Rank
#54 / 103 |
93.6%
Facility
93.6%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#4 / 30 | +43% | 4.80
Facility
4.80
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#7 / 30 | -10% | +6% | $137.9k
Facility
$137.9k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#27 / 31 | 42
Facility
42
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#18 / 31 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#20 / 31 | 3 | 60 | - |
58
Facility
58
MT AVG
45
Rank
#48 / 149 | - | - | - | - | 275012 | ||||
| Elkhorn Healthcare and Rehabilitation | NH HOS RC SNF | Clancy | 70
Facility
70
MT AVG
70
Rank
#45 / 103 |
93.0%
Facility
93.0%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#5 / 30 | +42% | 3.78
Facility
3.78
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#13 / 30 | -45% | -17% | $0
Facility
$0
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#1 / 31 | 15
Facility
15
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#4 / 31 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#9 / 31 | - | 65 | - | - | Jenifer Dodge | $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$8.2M
Rank
#13 / 18 | $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$3.7M
Rank
#14 / 18 | 43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
47%
Rank
#14 / 18 | 275056 | ||||
| Continental Care and Rehabilitation | NH MC RC SNF | Butte (Meaderville) | 100
Facility
100
MT AVG
70
Rank
#26 / 103 |
86.5%
Facility
86.5%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#8 / 30 | +32% | 4.64
Facility
4.64
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#8 / 30 | -41% | +2% | $59.6k
Facility
$59.6k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#20 / 31 | 50
Facility
50
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#24 / 31 | 7.1
Facility
7.1
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#24 / 31 | 2 | 87 | - | - | Gary Plasschaert | $13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$8.2M
Rank
#2 / 18 | $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
$3.7M
Rank
#5 / 18 | 34.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
34.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MT AVG
47%
Rank
#17 / 18 | 275103 | ||||
| Northern Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing | NH HOS RC SNF | Cut Bank | 41
Facility
41
MT AVG
70
Rank
#67 / 103 |
97.6%
Facility
97.6%
MT AVG
65.6%
Rank
#1 / 30 | +49% | 3.80
Facility
3.80
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#13 / 30 | +5% | -16% | $105.0k
Facility
$105.0k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#26 / 31 | 43
Facility
43
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#20 / 31 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#25 / 31 | 3 | 40 | - |
53
Facility
53
MT AVG
45
Rank
#62 / 149 | - | $2.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $1.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 51.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 275104 | ||||
| Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home | NH HOS | Plentywood | 35
Facility
35
MT AVG
70
Rank
#76 / 103 | - | - | 7.42
Facility
7.42
MT AVG
4.53
Rank
#1 / 30 | -16% | +64% | $15.9k
Facility
$15.9k
MT AVG
$83.8k
Rank
#10 / 31 | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
29.7
Rank
#10 / 31 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MT AVG
5.7
Rank
#12 / 31 | 2 | 24 | - |
60
Facility
60
MT AVG
45
Rank
#43 / 149 | - | - | - | - | 275070 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MT community we track that reports that metric, not just the 36 on this page.
Located in Cascade County, Montana, Kindred Transitional Care & Rehab – Park Place is a trusted senior care community that provides a range of therapies and memory care services aimed at promoting independence. With a team of skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals, they offer personalized therapy to guide individuals on their journey to recovery and regaining independence.
Whether recovering from a hospital stay or in need of ongoing medical support, Kindred Transitional Care & Rehab – Park Place is dedicated to helping residents achieve their personal goals and improve their overall well-being.
Located within the picturesque landscapes of Bozeman, Montana, Livingston Health and Rehab Center stands as a compassionate assisted living community surrounded by the beauty of four magnificent mountain range. Whether seeking short-term rehabilitation or long-term support, their dedicated team focuses on aiding recovery and facilitating a seamless return to familiar surroundings.
Here, they provide a vital link between hospital care and the comforts of home. Their comprehensive services encompass a spectrum of care, including 24-hour skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, post-acute care, long-term support, respite stays, hospice programs, and additional supplementary services. With a commitment to enhancing lives, Livingston Health and Rehab Center also extend outpatient therapy for individuals who have transitioned from inpatient care.
Formerly known as Parkview Healthcare Community, Billings Nursing and Rehab center is dedicated to making the facility a home with an inviting atmosphere that makes its residents feel welcomed into a home-like environment. The senior living home is supported and managed by professional caregivers who understand the unique needs of their residents — committed to fulfilling their holistic needs.
The Billings Nursing and Rehab community is the ideal home for residents and their families seeking to lead a more purposeful life. The senior living community offers a range of services such as transportation, housekeeping, and social activities.
Eagle Cliff Healthcare Community is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that provides peaceful living for short-term or long-term residents in Yellowstone County. The skilled nursing home also provides services for memory care. Residents choosing from all kinds of living options receive supportive assistance for everyday living with enriching activities, contributing to a high success rate for recovery.
Eagle Cliff Healthcare Community has designed a personalized care plan tailored to each unique individual– inclusive of specialized therapies with licensed care professionals, skilled nurses, therapists, and post-hospital care.
Benefis Extended Care Center is situated in Great Falls, Montana, and is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to senior residents in need of skilled nursing services.
They have skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals who are committed to guiding each resident through a personalized therapy plan, helping them regain their independence. Whether recovering from a hospital visit or requiring ongoing medical support, Benefis Extended Care Center is devoted to assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and facilitating a speedy recovery.
Situated at the tranquil community of Clancy, MT, Elkhorn Healthcare and Rehabilitation provides skilled care, rehabilitation, and long- and short-term care. With the seniors’ wellness in mind, the community specializes in rehabilitation including occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Elkhorn Healthcare and Rehabilitation commits to delivering top-tier care and support for its residents.
Elkhorn Healthcare and Rehabilitation values the individuality of its residents, providing them with care plans created for their unique needs. With a team of kind, compassionate, and highly trained professionals, residents receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve. Necessities are provided, however, the community encourages to bring personal items for better comfort and familiarity. Community amenities include an elegant dining hall and spacious lobby.
Administered by Jason Bell, Continental Care and Rehabilitation operates a 100-bed full-service facility at 2400 Continental Drive in Butte, Montana. The business office accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options to cover resident billing. For visitors, the surrounding Meaderville neighborhood is mostly car-dependent, meaning family members will generally need a personal vehicle to travel to the property or manage errands.
The building runs at a 65 percent occupancy rate, drawing on decades of operation to handle both temporary post-hospital recovery tracks and permanent residential stays. To manage daily medical needs, the clinical staff provides an average of 3 hours and 38 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. This 24-hour setup relies on on-site registered nurses and nurse aides to handle routine health checks, mobility support, and direct personal care.
While historical inspection reports have noted standard operational and environmental compliance items, the administration addresses these areas through regular maintenance and procedural updates, keeping the home’s long-term cumulative citations-per-inspection rate at zero.
Families have access to tiered care options that include assisted living support, skilled nursing, and on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The campus features shared community dining spaces and integrated health tracking. The daily routine pairs these specialized clinical services and rehabilitation loops with housekeeping assistance, laundry care, and open visiting hours.
Based in Cut Bank, Montana, Northern Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing provides care through a 41-bed layout and is currently in its second year of local operation. The facility handles multiple financial arrangements by accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. If you are planning a visit, the neighborhood is moderately pedestrian-friendly, so family members can take care of a few small errands on foot without always needing to drive.
Typical stays at this facility average about 360 days, meaning the daily workload is evenly divided between multi-month residential care and short-term post-hospital therapy. A 24-hour staffing schedule is in place to handle routine medical checks and personal care needs. Under this setup, the clinical team coordinates on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy sessions alongside specialized wound care treatments.
Public health documentation shows how the property manages its recurring state regulatory reviews. Inspection records verify that the building and nursing operations meet all local licensing rules, which keeps the home’s long-term cumulative citations-per-inspection rate at zero.
Prospective residents receive daily meals planned around standard nutritional and medical guidelines. The day-to-day schedule pairs these dining options and continuous nursing supervision with standard laundry care, room cleaning, and flexible visiting hours for families.
Plentywood, Montana sits in the state’s far northeastern corner, close enough to the North Dakota and Canadian borders that geography shapes daily life. Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home occupies 440 W Laurel Ave here, a 35-bed nursing home offering hospice care, in a neighborhood rated moderately walkable at a Walk Score of 60. Sheridan Memorial Hospital sits nearby, giving the facility a built-in acute-care backup.
Staffing is where this facility’s numbers stand out. Total nursing care runs 7 hours and 32 minutes per resident each day. Nurse aides account for the largest share of that time at 4 hours and 10 minutes, registered nurses contribute 1 hour and 9 minutes, and licensed practical nurses add 26 minutes. Weekend coverage holds close to weekday levels at 4 hours and 57 minutes. Residents also have a functioning resident council, a group that meets regularly to weigh in on policies, care quality, and the day’s activities.
State inspections here have centered on a familiar set of categories: medication management, infection control, staffing and staff credentials, and resident rights. Taken on their own terms, the reported nurse aide and total nursing hours run well above what many Montana facilities report.
For a resident who needs consistent, hands-on nursing support day to day, the staffing hours here are the clearest signal of what daily life looks like. Plentywood’s small-town setting and nearby hospital round out a picture of a facility built around direct care rather than a wide amenity list.
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Montana
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Montana?
Assisted living in Montana is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Montana Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Montana Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 36 nursing homes in Montana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Montana?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Montana, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Montana?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.













