nursing home in Bozeman, MT

Gallatin Rest Home

1221 W Durston Rd, Bozeman, MT 59715 · (406) 582-3300

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Gallatin Rest Home at a glance

Gallatin Rest Home is a 69-bed government nursing home in Bozeman, Montana (Gallatin County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Montana average of 2.9.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 18, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $55,413.

Nursing staff turnover is 62.7% per year (state average 54.8%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Government - County
Beds
69
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
May 1, 1977
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Gallatin County
CMS Certification Number
275066

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility62.7%Montana average54.8%U.S. average45.8%
Nursing staff turnover (yearly): this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)62.7%54.8%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)70%48.3%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility11Montana average11U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)11119Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)243Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)67104.780.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Montana average2U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)121Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$55,413$55,610$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)121Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds6985107
Average residents per day495786
Occupancy71%69.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.6%Montana average4.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.6%4.4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)8%6.3%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)15.6%20.4%15.4%Average
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)17.1%2.9%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)3.2%2.1%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)24.8%18.7%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)15.1%17.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.2%6.2%5.2%Average
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)11.7%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)5.9%15.8%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)32.4%24.1%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)81.8%93.6%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)95.4%96.5%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0.7%Montana average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.7%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)39.7%73.8%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)72.1%81.2%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 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 July 10, 2026
June 18, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0949
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Complaint
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 · Tag F0600
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
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 July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 31, 2026
June 5, 2025
Fire safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 22, 2025
June 5, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 11, 2025
June 5, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 11, 2025
June 5, 2025
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 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
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 July 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
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 July 20, 2025
June 5, 2025
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 20, 2025
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 23, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0241
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 25, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 25, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 12, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 23, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 23, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 23, 2024
July 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 23, 2024
July 2, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 16, 2024
July 2, 2024
Standard
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 16, 2024

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 $55,413 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
June 5, 2025Fine$55,413

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
GALLATIN COUNTY
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%01/01/1966
BOYER, JENNIFER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
GALLATIN COUNTY
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1966
VANCE, MELISSA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
VAUGHN, DARCEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/19/2019
BOYER, JENNIFER
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
BOYER, JENNIFER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
GALLATIN COUNTY
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1966
VANCE, MELISSA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
VAUGHN, DARCEL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/19/2019

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Frequently asked questions

What is Gallatin Rest Home's rating?

Gallatin Rest Home has 2 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 Gallatin Rest Home receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Gallatin Rest 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 Gallatin Rest Home?

It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Gallatin Rest Home and how do I contact it?

Gallatin Rest Home is at 1221 W Durston Rd, Bozeman, MT 59715. Phone: (406) 582-3300.

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.