nursing home in Helena, MT
Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation
2555 E Broadway, Helena, MT 59601 · (406) 447-1651
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Special Focus candidate
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation at a glance
Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Helena, Montana (Lewis and Clark County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Montana average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 2.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 2025) found 29 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $213,136.
Nursing staff turnover is 77.6% per year (state average 54.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Eduro Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lewis and Clark County
- CMS Certification Number
- 275080
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2.63 hrs | 4.05 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.82 hrs | 0.98 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.50 hrs | 2.57 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 3.59 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 77.6% | 54.8% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 48.3% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 29 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 11 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 281.8 | 104.7 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $213,136 | $55,610 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 90 | 85 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 65 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.1% | 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) | 6.8% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 13.7% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 33.3% | 20.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.9% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.6% | 18.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.2% | 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) | 4.9% | 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) | 20% | 15.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.3% | 24.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 36.2% | 93.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85% | 96.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 53.1% | 81.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 76 health deficiencies and 40 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 11 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Complaint | 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 January 23, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Complaint | 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Complaint | 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 December 15, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0559 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0771 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 19, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 17, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 December 12, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 12, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 17, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 September 19, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | 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 September 19, 2025 |
| October 8, 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 25, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 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 October 25, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| October 3, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 September 9, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| February 22, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| January 16, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 29, 2024 |
| January 16, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 29, 2024 |
| August 17, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | 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 September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 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 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 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 September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 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 September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 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 September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 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 September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2023 |
| August 17, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 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 5 federal penalties in the past three years, including $213,136 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2025 | Payment Denial | 95 days from September 11, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 | Fine | $101,533 |
| August 6, 2025 | Fine | $14,505 |
| August 15, 2024 | Fine | $44,363 |
| May 2, 2024 | Fine | $52,735 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECAPITAL HEALTHCARE CORP Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| ALLRED JACKSON, P.C. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2025 |
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| COTTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2025 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2025 |
| DODGE, JENIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2023 |
| ECAPITAL HEALTHCARE CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2025 |
| EDURO HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2026 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2025 |
| HIMMEL, ROGER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MARSH, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MONROE, DUSTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| RUEB, CAYLA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2024 |
| THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| WILLIAMS, HEIDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| WSRP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2025 |
| BEWSEY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MARSH, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MONROE, DUSTIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| EDURO HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| BEWSEY ENTERPRISES LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| BEWSEY, MICHAEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| WILLIAMS, HEIDI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| ALLRED JACKSON, P.C. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| COTTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2025 |
| DODGE, JENIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2023 |
| EDURO HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| HIMMEL, ROGER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MARSH, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| RUEB, CAYLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2024 |
| THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| WSRP, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation's rating?
Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation has 1 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 Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 29 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation 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 Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Eduro Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Cooney Healthcare and Rehabilitation is at 2555 E Broadway, Helena, MT 59601. Phone: (406) 447-1651.
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.