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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
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
105
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
1 fine(s) totaling $142,240

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Has 105 certified beds with an average of 82.6 residents per day (79% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 4 deficiencies (inspected Jul 18, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $142,240 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 5.37 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 43.2%

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. The facility scored at average compared to Montana facilities.

Beds
105
Avg Residents/Day
82.6
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
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
F0658Potential for Harm

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

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
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
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
$142,240
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineAug 19, 2025
$142,240
Payment DenialAug 19, 2025
5 days denied

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

Nurse Aide3.69 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.43 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.25 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing5.37 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.93 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
43.2%
RN Turnover
36.7%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

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

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 2/5. This facility is rated average.
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 facility has been fined a total of $142,240 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Montana Veterans Home N H?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H provides 5.37 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.25 RN hours, 0.43 LPN hours, and 3.69 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 43.2%.
How many beds does Montana Veterans Home N H have?▾
Montana Veterans Home N H has 105 certified beds with an average of 82.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 79% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.