Kalispell Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC
171 Heritage Way · Kalispell, MT · 59901 · 4067550800
140 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Charly Bello Family, the Maze Family, the Swain Family, & Walter Myers
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $105,444 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 11 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
5 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$105,444 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.52 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $114,755 |
Inspection citations (90 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 12, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 12, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 12, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
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 April 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 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 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 17, 2025 | Fine | $52,728 |
| August 28, 2024 | Fine | $52,716 |
| October 12, 2023 | Fine | $9,311 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 275025 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.