nursing home in Browning, MT
Blackfeet Care Center
728 S Government Sq, Browning, MT 59417 · (406) 338-2686
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Blackfeet Care Center at a glance
Blackfeet Care Center is a 47-bed for-profit nursing home in Browning, Montana (Glacier County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Montana average of 2.9.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 17 health citations. The Montana average is 11.1.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $176,965.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 47
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 20, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Glacier County
- CMS Certification Number
- 275133
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) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Montana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 17 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 208.5 | 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) | $176,965 | $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 | 47 | 85 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 29 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 62.6% | 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) | 3.9% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 10.5% | 20.4% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.1% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.5% | 18.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 28.5% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.9% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6% | 5.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 2.3% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.1% | 15.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.5% | 24.1% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 93.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 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) | 75% | 81.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 37 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2026 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Complaint | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 5, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Complaint | 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 August 5, 2026 |
| July 9, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 August 5, 2026 |
| March 26, 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 April 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 April 15, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2026 |
| March 26, 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 April 9, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0841 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| March 26, 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 April 17, 2026 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 9, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 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 July 9, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 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 February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 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 February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 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 February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 4, 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 March 8, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Complaint | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 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 February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 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 February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 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 February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| January 4, 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 February 22, 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 5 federal penalties in the past three years, including $176,965 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2026 | Fine | $23,520 |
| July 9, 2026 | Fine | $22,205 |
| March 26, 2026 | Payment Denial | 3 days from April 28, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 | Fine | $102,325 |
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $28,915 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
Frequently asked questions
What is Blackfeet Care Center's rating?
Blackfeet Care Center 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 Blackfeet Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Montana average of 11.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Blackfeet 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 Blackfeet Care Center?
It is for profit - individual. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Blackfeet Care Center and how do I contact it?
Blackfeet Care Center is at 728 S Government Sq, Browning, MT 59417. Phone: (406) 338-2686.
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.