nursing home in Montpelier, ID
Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility
164 South Fifth Street, Montpelier, ID 83254 · (208) 847-4441
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility at a glance
Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility is a 36-bed government nursing home in Montpelier, Idaho (Bear Lake County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Idaho average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 13 health citations. The Idaho average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.3% per year (state average 50.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bear Lake County
- CMS Certification Number
- 135070
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.74 hrs | 4.04 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.93 hrs | 0.86 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.3% | 50.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 41% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50 | 63.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $13,374 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 36 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 30 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.4% | 76.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.4% | 3.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.3% | 20.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.8% | 16.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1% | 15.1% | 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) | 26.9% | 16.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23% | 22.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 97.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.1% | 91.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 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 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | 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 · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 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 March 20, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2018 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| June 20, 2019 Standard | 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 · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2019 |
| January 26, 2018 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2017 |
| January 26, 2018 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2017 |
| January 26, 2018 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2017 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BECK, CHERYL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 02/23/2021 |
| CULVER, CRAIG Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 02/05/2016 |
| JOHNSON, MERRI Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 12/01/2025 |
| RASMUSSEN, VAUGHN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 08/27/2024 |
| TRANSTRUM, EMILY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 01/01/2018 |
| HUNT, AREL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| JACOBSON, TREVOR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| HARRIS, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| HUNT, AREL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| JACOBSON, TREVOR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2016 |
| PASSEY, CORDELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/05/2016 |
| CRANE, LESLIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2009 |
| HUNT, AREL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| BEAR LAKE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/1977 |
| BEAR LAKE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/1977 |
| HUNT, AREL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2022 |
| JACOBSON, TREVOR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility's rating?
Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Idaho nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Idaho average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility 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 Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility?
It is government - city/county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
Bear Lake Memorial Skilled Nursing Facility is at 164 South Fifth Street, Montpelier, ID 83254. Phone: (208) 847-4441.
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.