Montrose Health Center INC
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Montrose, IA
ALM Inspection Grade B- Info ALM's inspection grade is 81 / 100, a B- — 2 points below the Iowa average for CMS-certified facilities (83/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Montrose Health Center INC

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Montrose, IA
ALM Inspection Grade B- Info ALM's inspection grade is 81 / 100, a B- — 2 points below the Iowa average for CMS-certified facilities (83/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Montrose Health Center INC accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Montrose Health Center INC accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Montrose Health Center

Montrose Health Center, located in Montrose, Iowa, delivers skilled nursing, nursing home care, hospice services, and respite stays within a 44-bed facility. Licensed nursing care supports residents requiring ongoing clinical attention, while hospice programs focus on end-of-life comfort. On-site rehabilitation includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy to assist with mobility, daily tasks, communication, and swallowing. Restorative nursing programs and exercise sessions also help maintain physical functioning.

Medical support on campus includes podiatry services, in-house X-ray capabilities, and a dedicated wound care nurse. Under the direction of administrator Mallory Orton, the center maintains a daily nurse staffing average of 4 hours and 43 minutes per resident. The building accommodates pets, and accepted payment sources cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Interested individuals exploring care options can reach out to Montrose Health Center to check current bed availability, review therapy offerings, or schedule a private tour.

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.
▲ 23.1% Above IA avg. ▲ 23.1% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 31.0% Below IA avg. ▼ 31.0% Below IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 30.9% Above IA avg. ▲ 30.9% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 45.5% Above IA avg. ▲ 45.5% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 95th out of 225 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. 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.
↑ 5% · IA 4h 29mThis facility: 4h 43m per resident per day, 5% above the Iowa average of 4h 29m (among Iowa facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #95 / 225Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 95th out of 225 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 225 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 43m

Standout metric: Registered nurse (RN) is +27% above Iowa average

2 of 6 metrics below Iowa average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant290297,65492100%7.4
Registered Nurse9091,65192100%9.6
Licensed Practical Nurse6061,2288491%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist2028596773%7.5
Medication Aide/Technician2024956267%6.9
Nurse Practitioner1014505762%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide1013956368%6.3
Speech Language Pathologist3033245560%5.9
Administrator1012963740%8
Qualified Social Worker101964145%2.3
Physical Therapy Assistant202742830%2.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician101632022%3.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111333%4.3
Medical Director011778%1
29 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
9 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 91%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
Coverage 73%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 44 Rank #178 / 235Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 178th out of 235 nursing homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #29 / 116Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 29th out of 116 nursing homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
38 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #229 / 249Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 229th out of 249 nursing homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #98 / 226Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 98th out of 226 nursing homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 226. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
84.1% This home usually has availability

Based on 37 residents and 44 beds. Source: state inspection report (Mar 2026)

Higher than the Iowa average: 79.1%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
214 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nursing Facility / Skilled Nursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 18, 1988
ExpirationApril 24, 2027
CountyLee
License Number560835
CMS Certification Number165304
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Montrose Health Center INC is administered by Mallory Orton.

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Wound CareCare for wounds such as pressure sores, surgical wounds, or ulcers, including assessment, dressing changes, and monitoring for infection.
Podiatry Service
Pain Management

Additional Services

3 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Assistance with ADLs
Regular Assessments by Interdisciplinary Team

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

AviaryAn enclosure where residents can watch birds.
Patio
Dog Park
Private Dining Room
Pet Therapy
Activities
Live Music
Arts & Crafts
Scenic Rides
Exercise Classes

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room

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Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2024 · 2 years of data · Last health inspection Mar 2026

ALM Inspection Grade

81 / 100 Calculated from CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds
How it compares

2 points below the Iowa average for CMS-certified facilities (83/100)

Category breakdown

Citations Typical

44 severity-weighted points (15 deficiencies) · 14% higher than the typical CMS-certified IA facility (median: 38)

Enforcement Concern

$43,079 in fines · 2 enforcement actions

Persistence Strong

16 days to fix issues · faster than the typical CMS-certified IA facility (median: 22)

Inspection grade: 81 out of 100, letter grade B-.
Total health inspections
4 ↓ 20% · IA 5This facility: 4, 20% below the IA average of 5 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
15 Rank #100 / 226Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 100th out of 226 nursing homes we track in Iowa for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Iowa State average, with a ranking across all 226 IA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 28% · IA 20.7This facility: 15, 28% below the IA average of 20.7 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
3.75 Rank #122 / 226Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 122nd out of 226 nursing homes we track in Iowa for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Iowa mean across 226 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 3% · IA 3.85This facility: 3.75, 3% below the IA average of 3.85 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 15 of 15 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 15 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
1 ↑ 100% · IA 0.5This facility: 1, 100% above the IA average of 0.5 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
3 ↑ 233% · IA 0.9This facility: 3, 233% above the IA average of 0.9 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
11 ↓ 42% · IA 19This facility: 11, 42% below the IA average of 19 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · IA 0.4This facility: 0, 100% below the IA average of 0.4 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Mar 26, 2026 · 1 citation (Nursing Services, moderate), corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 7 of 15 citations · 6 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Mar 26, 2026 1 citation
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Oct 02, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Sep 19, 2024 4 citations
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Apr 25, 2024 9 citations
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 15 citations
Quality of Life & Care 7 deficiencies (47%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 4 deficiencies (27%)
Administration 1 deficiency (7%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 1 deficiency (7%)
Nursing & Physician Services 1 deficiency (7%)
Pharmacy Services 1 deficiency (7%)
How citations are counted

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

10 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 15 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

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Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 Aug 2026

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Latest: Sep 19, 2024 · $25,740 civil money penalty

2 fines
Sep 19, 2024 · $25,740 civil money penalty Apr 25, 2024 · $17,339 civil money penalty
Total fines
$43,079 ↓ 10% · IA $48KThis facility: $43,079, 10% below the Iowa average of $47,684. Average among the 157 Iowa facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg $67KUS average: $67,417, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #192 / 230Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 192nd out of 230 nursing homes we track in Iowa for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Iowa average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 230 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
2 ↑ 41% · IA 1.42This facility: 2, 41% above the Iowa average of 1.42. Average among the 157 Iowa facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 1.96US average: 1.96, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 IA avg 0.47Iowa average: 0.47. Average among the 157 Iowa facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.36US average: 0.36, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Iowa average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 53% · IA 3.3This facility: 5.0, 53% above the IA average of 3.3 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 95% · IA 2.6This facility: 5.0, 95% above the IA average of 2.6 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 7.2 Score · lower is better ↓ 22% · IA 9.2This facility: 7.2, 22% below the IA average of 9.2 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 12.5 Score · lower is better ↓ 37% · IA 19.8This facility: 12.5, 37% below the IA average of 19.8 (among IA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

11 long-stay measures: 9 better, 2 worse

8 short-stay measures: 4 better, 1 worse, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Montrose Health Center INC’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 223 Iowa nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, and more than last year

−2.2% operating margin

−11.1 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 3 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($0.0M) trims the net loss to −$0.1M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Payroll in line with Iowa homes

58.0% payroll share of revenue

IA average 60.9%Rank #126 / 223Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 126th out of 223 nursing homes we track in Iowa for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Iowa average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.3M while revenue fell $0.1M. Check hours per resident in the staffing section to confirm it reaches the floor.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Jun 2026
Resident snapshot
37 residents · Jun 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 1 · 3%
Medicaid 25 · 68%
Private pay & other 11 · 30%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Typical stay

Medicare 28 days Medicaid 6 years Private pay & other 2 - 3 years

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Rank #73 / 226
+10%
4.83
Facility 4.83
IA AVG 4.49
Rank #46 / 225
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -20%+8%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 230
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #52 / 226
3.0
Facility 3.0
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #83 / 226
-54-
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 50
Rank #177 / 249
Kristin Schmidt-Solberg
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $7.4M
Rank #94 / 223
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.5M
Rank #121 / 223
51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.9%
Rank #194 / 223
165172
Mill Valley Care Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
SNF
Bellevue
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 66
Rank #146 / 235
A+
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
IA AVG 79.1%
Rank #153 / 226
-1%
4.82
Facility 4.82
IA AVG 4.49
Rank #46 / 225
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +13%+7%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 230
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #52 / 226
3.0
Facility 3.0
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #83 / 226
-36-
64
Facility 64
IA AVG 50
Rank #78 / 249
Robert Dempewolf
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $7.4M
Rank #154 / 223
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.5M
Rank #166 / 223
55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.9%
Rank #157 / 223
165374
Wilton Retirement Community ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Wilton
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 66
Rank #223 / 235
A+
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
IA AVG 79.1%
Rank #88 / 226
+8%
6.59
Facility 6.59
IA AVG 4.49
Rank #1 / 225
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -36%+47%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #1 / 230
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #32 / 226
2.3
Facility 2.3
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #49 / 226
-29-
42
Facility 42
IA AVG 50
Rank #156 / 249
Simpson Memorial Home(Free Standing Nf/Snf) | 700230
$4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG $7.4M
Rank #152 / 223
$3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG $4.5M
Rank #135 / 223
67.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 67.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
IA AVG 60.9%
Rank #43 / 223
165611
Montrose Health Center INC ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Montrose
44
Facility 44
IA AVG 66
Rank #178 / 235
B-
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
IA AVG 79.1%
Rank #98 / 226
+6%
4.72
Facility 4.72
IA AVG 4.49
Rank #95 / 225
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +29%+5%
$43.1k
Facility $43.1k
IA AVG $53.2k
Rank #192 / 230
15
Facility 15
IA AVG 20.7
Rank #100 / 226
3.8
Facility 3.8
IA AVG 3.8
Rank #122 / 226
437-
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 50
Rank #229 / 249
David M Payne
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $7.4M
Rank #190 / 223
$2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG $4.5M
Rank #193 / 223
58%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 58%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IA AVG 60.9%
Rank #126 / 223
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Frequently Asked Questions about Montrose Health Center INC

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Montrose Health Center INC in a walkable area?
Montrose Health Center INC has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
02 What is the license number of Montrose Health Center INC?
According to IA state health department records, Montrose Health Center INC's license number is 560835.
03 When does Montrose Health Center INC's license expire?
According to IA state health department records, Montrose Health Center INC's license expires on April 24, 2027.
04 What is the occupancy rate at Montrose Health Center INC?
Montrose Health Center INC's occupancy is 84.1%.
05 How long has Montrose Health Center INC been in business?
Montrose Health Center INC has been operating for approximately 38 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
06 Are pets allowed at Montrose Health Center INC?
Yes, Montrose Health Center INC allows residents to bring their pets.
07 What is the best email address for Montrose Health Center INC?
The team at Montrose Health Center INC can be reached at morton@montrosehealthcenter.com.