nursing home in Wolf Point, MT
Faith Lutheran Home
1000 6th Ave N, Wolf Point, MT 59201 · (406) 653-1400
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Faith Lutheran Home at a glance
Faith Lutheran Home is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Wolf Point, Montana (Roosevelt 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 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 21, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $22,825.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.9% per year (state average 54.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Roosevelt County
- CMS Certification Number
- 275073
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.79 hrs | 4.05 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.06 hrs | 0.98 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.33 hrs | 2.57 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.00 hrs | 3.59 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.9% | 54.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 48.3% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 69 | 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) | $22,825 | $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 | 60 | 85 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 68.5% | 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) | 1.9% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.6% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.2% | 20.4% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 17.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.8% | 18.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.2% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.8% | 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) | 9.9% | 15.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16% | 24.1% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 93.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 96.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70% | 81.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 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 July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 July 3, 2026 |
| November 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 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 May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| April 23, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Meet the legal definition of a skilled nursing facility or nursing facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0540 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| December 3, 2024 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2024 |
| December 3, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 26, 2024 |
| December 3, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 26, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 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 June 13, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Complaint | 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 June 7, 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 $22,825 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2024 | Fine | $22,825 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Faith Lutheran Home's rating?
Faith Lutheran Home 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 Faith Lutheran Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Faith Lutheran 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 Faith Lutheran Home?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Faith Lutheran Home and how do I contact it?
Faith Lutheran Home is at 1000 6th Ave N, Wolf Point, MT 59201. Phone: (406) 653-1400.
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.