nursing home in Mount Ida, AR
Montgomery County Nursing Home
741 South Drive, Mount Ida, AR 71957 · (870) 867-2156
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Montgomery County Nursing Home at a glance
Montgomery County Nursing Home is a 112-bed government nursing home in Mount Ida, Arkansas (Montgomery County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Arkansas average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 30, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 15.4% per year (state average 49.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 112
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 045266
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.14 hrs | 4.02 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.41 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.79 hrs | 2.67 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.51 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 15.4% | 49.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 0% | 44.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 39.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $9,209 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 112 | 109 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 69 | 77 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 62% | 71.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.8% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.5% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.7% | 10.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 8.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.8% | 9.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.9% | 10.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 4.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.9% | 21.7% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15% | 13.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 82% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2025 |
| March 21, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Have a Compliance and Ethics Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0895 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY ARKANSAS Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/1966 |
| JOHNSTON, TOMMY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/20/2011 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Montgomery County Nursing Home's rating?
Montgomery County Nursing Home has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Arkansas nursing homes is 3.4 stars.
How many inspection citations did Montgomery County Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Montgomery County Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Montgomery County Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Montgomery County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Montgomery County Nursing Home is at 741 South Drive, Mount Ida, AR 71957. Phone: (870) 867-2156.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.