nursing home in Kalispell, MT
Immanuel Skilled Care Center
185 Crestline Ave, Kalispell, MT 59901 · (406) 752-9622
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Immanuel Skilled Care Center at a glance
Immanuel Skilled Care Center is a 155-bed non-profit nursing home in Kalispell, Montana (Flathead 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 (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.2% per year (state average 54.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 155
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1989
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Flathead County
- CMS Certification Number
- 275129
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.37 hrs | 4.05 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.89 hrs | 0.98 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.55 hrs | 2.57 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.16 hrs | 3.59 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.2% | 54.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 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) | 5 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 48 | 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) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $55,610 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 155 | 85 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 106 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 68.6% | 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) | 4.3% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.2% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.5% | 20.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.3% | 18.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.6% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.3% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.5% | 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% | 15.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.5% | 24.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 93.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 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) | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 73.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 81.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| August 20, 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 July 17, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Complaint | 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 15, 2025 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | 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 November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| March 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 March 25, 2024 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 November 16, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/1953 |
| SCHIFFERT, MARTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| WEIDEMAN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| CRONK, JASON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2013 |
| WALDENBERG, TERYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2018 |
| WILTON, CARLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2019 |
| ENGELLANT, DAREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| ERFLE, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| HABEL, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| HEIM, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| KIRK, ANDREW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| LANGOHR, CALLIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| NELSON, DOUGLAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| NELSON, SETH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| OGLE, RANDALL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| SIMPSON, LARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SPRING, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| WILSON, JEFF Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| CRONK, JASON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2013 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/1953 |
| SCHIFFERT, MARTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| WEIDEMAN, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| ENGELLANT, DAREN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| ERFLE, JOHN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| HABEL, DAVID Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| HEIM, JAMES Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| KIRK, ANDREW Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| LANGOHR, CALLIE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| NELSON, DOUGLAS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| NELSON, SETH Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| OGLE, RANDALL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| SIMPSON, LARRY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SPRING, JASON Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| WILSON, JEFF Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Immanuel Skilled Care Center's rating?
Immanuel Skilled Care Center 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 Immanuel Skilled Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Immanuel Skilled Care 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 Immanuel Skilled Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Immanuel Skilled Care Center and how do I contact it?
Immanuel Skilled Care Center is at 185 Crestline Ave, Kalispell, MT 59901. Phone: (406) 752-9622.
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.