St. John‘s United
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care & Hospice Care · Billings, MT
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.

St. John‘s United

Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care & Hospice Care · Billings, MT
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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St. John‘s United accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of St. John‘s United

Experience the captivating allure of WyndStone of St. John’s United, a senior home nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Billings, Montana. It is where vibrant independent living, assisted living, and compassionate memory care seamlessly converge. This residence is the definition of high-quality care, offering luxurious amenities and personalized services that redefine senior living. Within a secure and supportive environment, a dedicated team works tirelessly to create a sanctuary where confusion dissipates, memories are cherished, and patience is ever-present.

With weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, they can bid farewell to mundane chores and embrace the freedom to pursue their passions. The garage access and ample storage space ensure that their personal belongings are always within reach, adding to the convenience and comfort of their living space. Residents can also immerse themselves in the soothing waters of the aquatic center or engage in invigorating workouts at the state-of-the-art fitness facility, where their physical and mental well-being are nurtured. The exquisite restaurant-style dining experience caters to their culinary desires, offering a wide array of flavors and gourmet creations to satisfy even the most discerning palates.

(406) 655-5600

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.
▲ 42.9% 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.
▲ 15.4% 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.
▲ 72.4% Above 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.
▲ 33.3% 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 3rd 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.
5h 16m per day
Rank #3 / 25Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd 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
+35%
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. 4h 43m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
129 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

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 18 - 19 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$40.6M
Surplus of revenue
$984.3K
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$40.6M Rank #1 / 27Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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 %.
Surplus of revenue
$984.3K
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 #1 / 27Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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.
$19.6M
48.4% of revenue Rank #7 / 27Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th 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.
$20.0M
Total costs $39.6M
Bed community size
104-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100 Rank #19 / 20Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 20 homes in Montana.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Montana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
25%
Rank #25 / 26Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th 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
26 / 104
Average residents per home in Montana 55 per day

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care
StatusCurrent
IssuanceAugust 20, 2024
ExpirationAugust 19, 2027
License Number12420

Ownership & Operating Entity

St. John‘s United is administrated by Karna Rhodes.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at St. John‘s United

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Home Care Hospice Care

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 33 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Montana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (57% above)
• Deficiencies per year (57% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (686% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total inspections (80% below)
Latest Inspection July 8, 2024 Renewal Inspection no issues found

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3321 This facility has 57% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana nursing home (33 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 57% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 117 This facility has 57% more deficiencies per year than a typical Montana nursing home (11 vs. MT avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 334.2 This facility has 686% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana nursing home (33 vs. MT avg 4.2).↑ 686% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 15 This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Montana nursing home (1 vs. MT avg 5).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 17, 2025, identified deficiencies related to grievance policy implementation, care planning, medication administration errors, food safety, and infection control practices. Earlier inspections showed similar issues with care planning, medication management, dietary services, and timely abuse reporting, along with additional concerns about resident assessments, fall prevention, and psychotropic medication use. Complaint investigations substantiated delays in reporting incidents of resident abuse and neglect, as well as medication errors, but enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The main themes across inspections involved care planning, medication administration, dietary and infection control practices, and timely reporting of incidents. The pattern of findings suggests ongoing challenges with compliance, as deficiencies have persisted over multiple inspections without clear improvement.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Montana average 5.1


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
33 Rank #14 / 26Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th 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
8.25 Rank #23 / 26Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd 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.

28 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 33 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 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

33 moderate citations More info Montana average: 26.5

0 minor citations More info Montana average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jul 17, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 17, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 17, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jul 17, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Montana

St. John‘s United is located in Billings, 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)

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 7.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Billings's city center to St. John‘s United's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.81 miles to nearest hospital (Fuller Family Medicine)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 241
Employees 197
Contractors 44
Staff to resident ratio 3.05:1
72% better than Montana average

Montana average ratio: 1.77:1

Avg staff/day 59
Average shift 8.4 hours
0% compared with Montana average

Montana average: 8.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 44,850

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 14
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 141
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7%

3,126 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 39 Registered Nurse: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Certified Nursing Assistant1023914119,95991100%8.4
Registered Nurse253286,65691100%10
Licensed Practical Nurse131144,48391100%10.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant7072,0198695%6.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,9946571%8.3
Mental Health Service Worker4041,8006571%8.1
Nurse Aide in Training7071,6068593%10.5
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,5607886%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist6069997886%7
Physical Therapy Assistant7079557178%6.2
Physical Therapy Aide2029426571%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician8086876875%5.7
Nurse Practitioner1014125257%7.9
Administrator1012386066%4
Dietitian1012165560%3.9
Occupational Therapy Aide2021885358%3.5
Qualified Social Worker101971921%5.1
Medical Director011401618%2.5
141 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
28 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 95%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
7 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 93%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 86%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 86%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
8 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 75%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 57%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 60%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 58%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 21%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 18%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 79
Medicare
28
35.4% of residents
Medicaid
25
31.6% of residents
Private pay or other
26
32.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

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. 11.5
In line with 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. 23.4
8% 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 18.7%
In line with Montana average

Montana average: 19.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 20.0%
In line with 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 31.6%
26% 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 3.0%
31% 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 4.3%
32% better than Montana average

Montana average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
27% better than Montana average

Montana average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 11.4%
85% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.6%
44% better than Montana average

Montana average: 4.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 20.8%
9% worse than Montana average

Montana average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.5%
In line with Montana average

Montana average: 93.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
7% 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 97.3%
27% better than Montana average

Montana average: 76.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
32% better than Montana average

Montana average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 82.1%
11% 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 St. John‘s United

Is St. John‘s United in a walkable area?

St. John‘s United has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of St. John‘s United?

According to MT state health department records, St. John‘s United's license number is 12420.

When does St. John‘s United's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, St. John‘s United's license expires on August 19, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at St. John‘s United?

St. John‘s United's occupancy is 25%.

Who is the administrator of St. John‘s United?

Karna Rhodes is the administrator of St. John‘s United.

How many beds does St. John‘s United have?

St. John‘s United has 104 beds.

What is the phone number of St. John‘s United?

(406) 655-5600 will put you in contact with the team at St. John‘s United.

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