Who owns Montana nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Montana nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 35 | 2.6 | 3.34 hrs | 69% |
| Non profit | 19 | 3.2 | 4.31 hrs | 68% |
| Government | 7 | 3.3 | 6.13 hrs | 71% |
Largest chains in Montana
52% of Montana nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Montana.
- Eduro healthcare7 homes · average 2.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- The charly bello family, the maze family, the sWain family, & walter myers7 homes · average 1.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Evergreen healthcare group6 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Sweetwater care4 homes · average 2.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- CasCadia healthcare3 homes · average 3.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- The goodman group3 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Ivy healthcare group1 home · average 1.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Real property health facilities1 home · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.