nursing home in Ronan, MT

St Luke Community Nursing Home

107 6th Ave S W, Ronan, MT 59864 · (406) 676-4441

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

St Luke Community Nursing Home at a glance

St Luke Community Nursing Home is a 75-bed non-profit nursing home in Ronan, Montana (Lake County).

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

Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 7, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Montana average is 11.1.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $44,252.

Nursing staff turnover is 32.6% per year (state average 54.8%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
75
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
December 4, 1978
Resident/family council
Both
County
Lake County
CMS Certification Number
275093

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.9 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.42 hrsMontana average4.05 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.42 hrs4.05 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.39 hrs0.98 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.54 hrs2.57 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.00 hrs3.59 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)32.6%54.8%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)16.7%48.3%42.9%Better

Inspections

This facility1Montana 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)1119Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)30104.780.6Better

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)$44,252$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 beds7585107
Average residents per day375786
Occupancy48.9%69.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.1%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)3.1%4.4%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.3%6.3%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)17.8%20.4%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)7%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)10.6%18.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)10.5%17.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.1%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2.6%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)9.3%15.8%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)20%24.1%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%93.6%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%96.5%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility100%Montana average81.2%U.S. average82%
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine: this facility vs. Montana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMontana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%81.2%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 7, 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 June 26, 2026
May 7, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 26, 2026
May 7, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2026
May 7, 2026
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2026
May 7, 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 June 26, 2026
May 7, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 28, 2026
March 27, 2025
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 1, 2025
March 27, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 1, 2025
March 27, 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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 28, 2025
March 27, 2025
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 6, 2025
March 27, 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 June 6, 2025
March 27, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 28, 2025
March 27, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 28, 2025
March 27, 2025
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 28, 2025
March 14, 2024
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 June 1, 2024
March 14, 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 June 1, 2024
March 14, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
March 14, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
March 14, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
March 14, 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 April 25, 2024
March 14, 2024
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 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 $44,252 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
March 27, 2025Fine$44,252

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince
PERRET, JAY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2026
TODD, STEVEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/30/2026
ADAMS, JASON
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2023
CASTOR, HOLLY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1992
EMERSON, LEAH
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
GRAINEY, PHILIP
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1986
MCGINNIS, JENNIFER
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2011
OLSSON, MARTIN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1989
PAVLOCK, AUGUST
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2012
TODD, STEVEN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2013
VIGIL, MEGAN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2026
PERRET, JAY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2026
TODD, STEVEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2013

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Frequently asked questions

What is St Luke Community Nursing Home's rating?

St Luke Community Nursing Home has 5 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 St Luke Community Nursing Home receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does St Luke Community Nursing 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 St Luke Community Nursing Home?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is St Luke Community Nursing Home and how do I contact it?

St Luke Community Nursing Home is at 107 6th Ave S W, Ronan, MT 59864. Phone: (406) 676-4441.

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.