nursing home in Polson, MT
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center
9 14th Ave W, Polson, MT 59860 · (406) 883-4378
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 70-bed for-profit nursing home in Polson, Montana (Lake County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Montana average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 17, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $17,404.
Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 54.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Evergreen Healthcare Group
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Lake County
- CMS Certification Number
- 275049
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 4.05 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.00 hrs | 0.98 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.60 hrs | 2.57 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.64 hrs | 3.59 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 54.8% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 48.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 104.7 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $17,404 | $55,610 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 70 | 85 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.6% | 69.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.3% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 20.4% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.3% | 18.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.8% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.9% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.1% | 15.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.7% | 24.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 93.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 50% | 73.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.7% | 81.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 October 14, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| May 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 June 20, 2024 |
| May 20, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 20, 2024 |
| November 6, 2023 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0754 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $17,404 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2024 | Fine | $17,404 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEEKS, DONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| COUVE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/09/2025 |
| COUVE HEALTHCARE CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
| ENSUNCHO, JOANN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| HOHN, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| PNW 12 OPCO MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
| PNW 12 SNF CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
| POLSON SNF OPERATIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2025 |
| SPIELMAN, SHIMON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| WRIGHT, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| YENOWITZ, YITZCHOK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| SPIELMAN, SHIMON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| YENOWITZ, YITZCHOK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| PACIFIC NORTHWEST 12 LEASED OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| POLSON SNF OPERATIONS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| CHEEKS, DONALD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| CH PNW 12 HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| HERZKA, YISROEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| WITZCORP PNW 12 LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| YENOWITZ, YITZCHOK Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| CHEEKS, DONALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| HOHN, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| CHEEKS, DONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| COUVE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| COUVE HEALTHCARE CONSULTING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| ENSUNCHO, JOANN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| PNW 12 OPCO MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| PNW 12 SNF CONSULTING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| POLSON SNF OPERATIONS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| SPIELMAN, SHIMON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| WRIGHT, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
| YENOWITZ, YITZCHOK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Montana nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center 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 Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Evergreen Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Polson Health & Rehabilitation Center is at 9 14th Ave W, Polson, MT 59860. Phone: (406) 883-4378.
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.