About Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation
Yellowstone River Nursing And Rehabilitation, located in BILLINGS, MT, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.18 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the EDURO HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 35 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 2 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 187 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 203 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 28.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 19.3% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.1% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.7% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 26.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 89.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 2.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 28.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 24.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 98.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 92.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 26.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 32.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 12 complaints
- 2024: 1 complaint
- 2025: 17 complaints
- Total: 30 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2025 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. |
| Dec 09, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| Jun 20, 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. |
| Jun 20, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jun 20, 2025 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| Jun 20, 2025 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Provide a bathroom in or located near each resident?s room. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Jan 15, 2025 | 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. |
| Apr 01, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | 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. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | 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. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. |
| Jul 21, 2023 | 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. |
Nearby Hospitals
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
YELLOWSTONE NURSING AND REHAB CENTER LLC
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- MICHAEL BEWSEY CORPORATE OFFICER
- SARAH CALDWELL W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- DUSTIN MONROE CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St John's Lutheran Home | N/A | 4 |
| Aspen Meadows Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 2 |
| Billings Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC | N/A | N/A |
| River Ridge Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC | N/A | 2 |
| Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 1 |
| Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation | N/A | 1 |
| Skyline Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation | N/A | 1 |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation directly at 4066566500. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.