Montana · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Montana
Where Are the Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in Montana?
CMS Care Compare lists 12 nursing homes where fewer long-stay residents receive antipsychotic medication than the national median in Montana, out of 61 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Great Falls (2), Broadus (1) and Browning (1). 7 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 12
- All homes in Montana
- 61
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 7
- Average overall stars
- 3.3
How this list is made: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 84+ stars for staffing
- 3Nurse turnover below the national median
- 3No fines or payment denials
- 5Nonprofit
- 12Medicaid certified
All 12, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Valley Manor | Ennis | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Libby Care Center | Libby | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Powder River Manor | Broadus | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Southwest Montana Veterans Home | Butte | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Clark Fork Valley Nursing Home | Plains | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Hot Springs Health & Rehabilitation Center | Hot Springs | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Faith Lutheran Home | Wolf Point | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Benefis Senior Services - Grandview | Great Falls | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Sweet Memorial Nursing Home | Chinook | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Benefis Senior Services - Westview | Great Falls | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Blackfeet Care Center | Browning | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Laurel Health & Rehabilitation Center | Laurel | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Great Falls | 2 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Broadus | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Browning | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Butte | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Chinook | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Ennis | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Hot Springs | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Laurel | 1 | 0 |
| Nursing homes in Libby | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Plains | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Wolf Point | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read why antipsychotic use matters in dementia care. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Montana. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Montana: highest-rated nursing homes in Montana, nursing homes that accept medicaid in Montana, nonprofit nursing homes in Montana.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use Are in Montana?
12 of the 61 CMS-certified nursing homes in Montana meet this rule: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median.
Which Nursing Home With Low Antipsychotic Use in Montana Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Madison Valley Manor in Ennis (5 stars), Libby Care Center in Libby (5 stars) and Powder River Manor in Broadus (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
Why Does Antipsychotic Use Matter?
FDA warns that antipsychotic drugs raise the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis, and CMS tracks how often long-stay residents receive them. The national median in this data is 13% of long-stay residents.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Montana?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Montana's Montana Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program can answer questions about residents' rights.