Northern Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing
707 3rd St Se · Cut Bank, MT · 59427 · 4068735600
41 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Charly Bello Family, the Maze Family, the Swain Family, & Walter Myers
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $84,533 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
$84,533 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
64% 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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.37 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 64% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 6 · $105,044 |
Inspection citations (51 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C January 15, 2026
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 April 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E 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 · E September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 21, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2024
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.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 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 December 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 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 December 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2024
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 December 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 21, 2024 | Fine | $84,533 |
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $4,178 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $9,116 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $2,279 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $1,764 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $3,174 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 275104 · certified since June 1, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.