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HomeMontanaMontana Veterans Home N H

Montana Veterans Home N H

400 Veterans Dr, Columbia Falls, MT 599124068923256
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
105
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
1 fine(s) totaling $93,899

How Montana Veterans Home N H Compares in Montana

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.

CMS overall rating
3/5
MT average
2.9/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
MT average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MT average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.68 hrs/day
MT average
4.05 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.25 hrs/day
MT average
0.98 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
42.9%
MT average
54.8%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Montana average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.68 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.05.
Reported RN time is 1.25 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.98.
Staff turnover is 42.9%, lower than the Montana average of 54.8%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 22, 2023
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 18, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,365/mo
Montana median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
Montana median
Flathead County 65+
21,614
20.4% of county
County Population
105,950
Flathead County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Montana Veterans Home N H is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Columbia Falls, Montana with 105 certified beds. It has been operating since 1982. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
105
Avg Residents/Day
75
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 7, 1982
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Flathead
Last Inspection
Jul 18, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
114.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jul 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Jul 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$93,899
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineAug 19, 2025
$93,899
Payment DenialAug 19, 2025
5 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.97 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.25 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.68 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total5.23 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
42.9%
RN Turnover
40.6%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
UNDERDAHL, JORENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 30, 2009
STATE OF MONTANAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 1989
ROOPE, STACYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2016
UNDERDAHL, JORENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 30, 2009

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Montana Veterans Home N H and nearby alternatives.

All Montana facilities
Montana Veterans Home N H
Columbia Falls, MTCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $93,899
Whitefish Care and Rehabilitation
Whitefish, MT7.0 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $371,717
Kalispell Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC
Kalispell, MT12.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $114,755
Immanuel Skilled Care Center
Kalispell, MT12.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Brendan House
Kalispell, MT12.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $92,755
Blackfeet Care Center
Browning, MT47.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $87,690
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center
Polson, MT47.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $17,404
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Montana Veterans Home N H
Columbia Falls, MT · Current facility
—3/52/55/5$93,899
Whitefish Care and Rehabilitation
Whitefish, MT
7.0 miN/AN/AN/A$371,717
Kalispell Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC
Kalispell, MT
12.0 mi1/51/54/5$114,755
Immanuel Skilled Care Center
Kalispell, MT
12.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Brendan House
Kalispell, MT
12.3 mi3/53/55/5$92,755
Blackfeet Care Center
Browning, MT
47.1 mi1/52/51/5$87,690
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center
Polson, MT
47.2 mi4/54/54/5$17,404

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Montana Veterans Home N H?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Montana Veterans Home N H cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Montana is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Montana Veterans Home N H participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Montana Veterans Home N H had any health inspection violations?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 18, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $93,899.
What are the staffing levels at Montana Veterans Home N H?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H provides 5.68 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.25 RN hours, 0.46 LPN hours, and 3.97 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 42.9%.
How many beds does Montana Veterans Home N H have?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H has 105 certified beds with an average of 75 residents per day, resulting in approximately 71% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Montana Veterans Home N H?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Montana. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.