Whitefish Care And Rehabilitation has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 4/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Montana. Families considering this Whitefish facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
With 2.55 total nurse hours per resident per day, Whitefish Care And Rehabilitation falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 83 deficiencies at Whitefish Care And Rehabilitation, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 2.55 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.79 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.35 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.41 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.14 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.47 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0692 Severity GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Oct 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity GEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Oct 21, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0550 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Oct 21, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0675 Severity EHonor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.Oct 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0919 Severity EMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Oct 21, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 7.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 33.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.7% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 5.5% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.0% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 22.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $364,572
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 4 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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