Glendive Medical Center N H
202 Prospect Dr · Glendive, MT · 59330 · 4063453320
36 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.88 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $30,810 |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G September 11, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025
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.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F September 11, 2025
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.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
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.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 1, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F August 16, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 | Fine | $30,810 |
| September 11, 2025 | Payment Denial | 7 days |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 275067 · certified since August 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.