Montana Veterans Home N H
Columbia Falls, Montana
400 Veterans Dr, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912
Montana Veterans Home N H Quality & Safety Report
Poor
CMS Official Overall: 3★ / 5
CMS data as of January 2026
This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →
Safety & Inspections
- Health deficiencies
- National median: 7
- Total federal penalties $123,000
- Abuse citation
- CMS has cited this facility for abuse in one of the two most recent reporting cycles.
CMS data as of January 1, 2026
Staffing breakdown
Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.
- Total nurse staffing
- National median: 4.12 hrs
- Registered nurse (RN) 1.64 hrs
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN) 0.43 hrs
- Certified nursing aide (CNA) 3.69 hrs
- Physical therapy 0.07 hrs
Quality rating trend
Overall rating declined from 4 to 3 stars over 18 data points.
- Overall
- Health inspection
- Staffing
- Quality measures
Facility profile
- Type
- Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home
- Capacity
- 105 certified beds · ~83 avg residents/day (79% occupancy)
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Payment accepted
- Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)
About
Montana Veterans Home N H is a state-owned, 105-bed skilled nursing facility located in Columbia Falls, Montana. It holds a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, featuring a 5-star staffing rating alongside 2-star ratings for health inspections and quality measures. The facility provides long-term care and rehabilitation services specifically for veterans and their spouses.
Location
400 Veterans Dr, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, Columbia Falls, MT
Recent reviews
- Nancy Mariner ★★★★★ December 6, 2022
Wonderful place for our Veterans and spouses. They are well taken care of and Honored by the Staff. Beautiful Place and Wonderful Property. Lots of walk ways, and raised gardens for those that what to grow their favorites. One day I will live there.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the overall CMS rating for Montana Veterans Home N H?
- Montana Veterans Home N H has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
- How did Montana Veterans Home N H score on health inspections?
- Montana Veterans Home N H received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.
- What is the staffing rating for Montana Veterans Home N H?
- Montana Veterans Home N H has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
- How many beds does Montana Veterans Home N H have?
- Montana Veterans Home N H has 105 certified beds.
- Does Montana Veterans Home N H accept Medicare or Medicaid?
- Yes, Montana Veterans Home N H accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
- Where is Montana Veterans Home N H located?
- Montana Veterans Home N H is located at 400 Veterans Dr, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, Columbia Falls, Montana.
- How can I contact Montana Veterans Home N H?
- You can reach Montana Veterans Home N H by phone at +1 406-892-3256.
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