Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Sweet Memorial Nursing Home
125 Airport Rd · Chinook, MT 59523 · 42 certified beds
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About Sweet Memorial Nursing Home
In Chinook, Montana, Sweet Memorial Nursing Home is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 42 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 44 citations, the newest dated 29 January 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.95 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated July 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
38
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
38
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
38
Inspection history (44)
Records from December 2023 to January 2026.
December 5, 2024 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0687Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0687 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate foot care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0835Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 5, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 6, 2023 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0881Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2023 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2023 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2023 · E
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2023 · E
Citation F0655Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $43,450
February 5, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-139002CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $43,450 against this nursing home on 2026-02-05 (Fine ID: 139002). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
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Staffing
Latest: 3.95 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.64 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.64 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.95 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.95 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.95 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.31 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Where this information came from
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