D62

MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H

Grade D 62/100 composite score

Government - StateAbuse Citation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
3/5
Health Insp.
2/5
Quality
2/5
Staffing
5/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

105

Ownership

Government - State

Total Fines

$123,000

Last Survey

N/A

400 VETERANS DR, COLUMBIA FALLS, MT 59912
4068923256

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
1.64h
LPN
0.57h
CNA
4.83h
Total
7.03h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

STATE OF MONTANA

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Oct 1989

ROOPE, STACY

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Oct 2016

UNDERDAHL, JOREN

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Nov 2009

UNDERDAHL, JOREN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Nov 2009

Penalties & Fines (1)

$123,000total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Aug 19, 2025Fine$123,000

Health Inspection Deficiencies (15)

August 19, 2025Health3 deficiencies1 severe
0600KImmediate jeopardy, Pattern

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 16, 2025
0610EMinimal harm, Pattern

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 16, 2025
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 16, 2025
July 18, 2024Health1 deficiency
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 12, 2024
June 22, 2023Health5 deficiencies
0600DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 31, 2023
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2023
0658EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2023
0699DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2023
0761FMinimal harm, Widespread

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2023
July 7, 2022Health6 deficiencies
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022
0583DMinimal harm, Isolated

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022
0600DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022
0610DMinimal harm, Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 28, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H?

MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H in COLUMBIA FALLS, Montana has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 62.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H?

MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H has an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 2/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H have?

MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H has 15 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). This facility has abuse citations on record. View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H been fined?

Yes. MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H has $123,000 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H have?

MONTANA VETERANS HOME N H has 105 certified beds with approximately 82 current residents (78% occupancy). The facility is located at 400 VETERANS DR, COLUMBIA FALLS, Montana 59912. It is a government - state facility.

Data Disclaimer

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