CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Montana. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Awe Kualawaache Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Crow Agency, Montana with 40 certified beds. It has been operating since 1998. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CROW TRIBE OF INDIANS | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Apr 1, 1998 |
| LITTLE LIGHT, PAUL | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | May 15, 2015 |
| HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Mar 10, 2010 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Awe Kualawaache Care Center and nearby alternatives.
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