Hospital Directory
Hospitals in Montana
There are 63 Medicare-certified hospitals in Montana, with an average CMS overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars. 3 hospitals earn the top 5-star rating. 95% offer emergency services, providing strong emergency access for the area. Below, we break down quality ratings, hospital types, and key metrics to help you evaluate your hospital options.
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Quality Snapshot: Hospitals in Montana
Of the 63 hospitals in Montana, 16 have CMS star ratings. 11 hospitals are rated 4 stars or higher, indicating above-average quality across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care. 3 hospitals are rated below 3 stars — consider reviewing their specific quality measures before choosing.
CMS Star Rating Distribution
CMS rates hospitals 1–5 stars based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience (HCAHPS), and timely & effective care. Higher is better.
Highest-Rated Hospitals in Montana
These hospitals earned the highest CMS overall star ratings in Montana. Higher ratings reflect better outcomes across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
St. Patrick Hospital
Va Montana Healthcare System
Sidney Health Center
Billings Clinic
Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital
Logan Health Medical Center
Community Medical Center
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
St Peters Health
Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital
Logan Health - Whitefish
All 63 Hospitals in Montana
Complete directory of Medicare-certified hospitals in Montana, sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any hospital name for a detailed quality profile including infection rates, patient experience scores, and affiliated doctors.
| Hospital | City | CMS Rating | Beds | Type | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Patrick Hospital | Missoula, MT | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 253 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Va Montana Healthcare System | Fort Harrison, MT | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 160 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Sidney Health Center | Sidney, MT | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Billings Clinic | Billings, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 304 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital | Billings, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 286 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Logan Health Medical Center | Kalispell, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 160 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Community Medical Center | Missoula, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 151 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital | Bozeman, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 140 | Acute Care | Yes |
| St Peters Health | Helena, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 99 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Logan Health - Whitefish | Whitefish, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Bitterroot Health - Daly Hospital | Hamilton, MT | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Community Hospital Of Anaconda | Anaconda, MT | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Great Falls Clinic Hospital | Great Falls, MT | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 20 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Benefis Hospitals Inc | Great Falls, MT | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 398 | Acute Care | Yes |
| St James Hospital | Butte, MT | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 98 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Livingston Healthcare | Livingston, MT | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Northern Montana Hospital | Havre, MT | Not Rated | 48 | Critical Access | Yes |
| P H S Indian Hospital At Browning - Blackfeet | Browning, MT | Not Rated | 28 | Acute Care | Yes |
| Rosebud Health Care Center | Forsyth, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Mineral Community Hospital | Superior, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Glendive Medical Center | Glendive, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Billings Clinic Broadwater | Townsend, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Logan Health - Chester | Chester, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| St Luke Community Hospital | Ronan, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Holy Rosary Hospital | Miles City, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Roundup Memorial Healthcare | Roundup, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Central Montana Medical Center | Lewistown, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Big Horn Hospital | Hardin, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Daniels Memorial Hospital | Scobey, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Benefis Teton Medical Center | Choteau, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Mccone County Health Center | Circle, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Pioneer Medical Center | Big Timber, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Big Sandy Medical Center | Big Sandy, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Garfield County Health Center | Jordan, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Prairie Community Cah | Terry, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Roosevelt Medical Center | Culbertson, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Missouri River Medical Center | Fort Benton, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Mountainview Medical Center | White Sulphur Spring, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Granite County Medical Center | Philipsburg, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association Inc | Ekalaka, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Fallon Medical Complex Hospital | Baker, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Cabinet Peaks Medical Center | Libby, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Wheatland Memorial Hospital | Harlowton, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital | Glasgow, MT | Not Rated | 25 | Critical Access | Yes |
| P H S Indian Hospital Crow / Northern Cheyenne | Crow Agency, MT | Not Rated | 24 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Providence St Joseph Medical Center | Polson, MT | Not Rated | 22 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Trinity Hospital | Wolf Point, MT | Not Rated | 22 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Logan Health - Shelby | Shelby, MT | Not Rated | 21 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Northern Rockies Medical Center | Cut Bank, MT | Not Rated | 20 | Critical Access | No |
| Shodair Children's Hospital | Helena, MT | Not Rated | 20 | Psychiatric | No |
| Poplar Community Hospital | Poplar, MT | Not Rated | 20 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Pondera Medical Center | Conrad, MT | Not Rated | 20 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Sheridan Memorial Hosptial | Plentywood, MT | Not Rated | 19 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Barrett Hospital & Healthcare | Dillon, MT | Not Rated | 18 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Madison Valley Medical Center | Ennis, MT | Not Rated | 16 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Deer Lodge Medical Center | Deer Lodge, MT | Not Rated | 16 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Clark Fork Valley Hospital | Plains, MT | Not Rated | 16 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Beartooth Billings Clinic | Red Lodge, MT | Not Rated | 10 | Critical Access | No |
| Stillwater Billings Clinic | Columbus, MT | Not Rated | 10 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Ruby Valley Medical Center | Sheridan, MT | Not Rated | 10 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Phillips County Hospital - Cah | Malta, MT | Not Rated | 6 | Critical Access | Yes |
| P H S Indian Hospital-Ft Belknap At Harlem - Cah | Harlem, MT | Not Rated | 6 | Critical Access | Yes |
| Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center | Big Sky, MT | Not Rated | 4 | Critical Access | Yes |
Hospital quality data from CMS Hospital Compare. Bed counts from the Provider of Services file. Click hospital names for full quality profiles.
Hospital Types in Montana
Understanding hospital types helps you match facilities to your care needs. in Montana, hospitals break down as: 50 Critical Access, 12 Acute Care, 1 Psychiatric.
Emergency Services in Montana
Access to emergency care is a critical factor when choosing a hospital and a Medicare plan. in Montana, 60 of 63 hospitals (95%) operate emergency departments. 4 facilities offer comprehensive critical care (6+ unit types), equipped to handle the widest range of emergencies from cardiac events to trauma.
Emergency services data self-reported by facilities to CMS. If emergency access is important to you, confirm directly with the hospital and check that it's in your plan's network.
Does Your Medicare Plan Cover These Hospitals?
Hospital access depends on your Medicare plan's network. Compare plans available in Montana to find coverage that includes the hospitals you need.
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Why Hospital Quality Matters for Medicare Beneficiaries
When choosing a Medicare Advantage plan, your hospital options are determined by the plan's provider network. Understanding local hospital quality helps you make an informed decision:
- Network matters: Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans limit which hospitals you can use. Original Medicare covers any Medicare-certified hospital, but supplemental coverage varies. Always verify network status before enrolling.
- Quality varies locally: Even among hospitals in Montana, CMS ratings range significantly. A 1-star difference in overall rating reflects meaningful differences in patient outcomes.
- Emergency access: In an emergency, Medicare covers the nearest hospital regardless of network. But for planned procedures, choosing a higher-rated in-network hospital can reduce complications and readmissions.
- Specialist availability: Hospitals with more affiliated physicians and teaching programs typically offer broader specialty access — important if you need cardiology, oncology, or orthopedic care.
Community Context: Montana
Hospital quality doesn't exist in a vacuum — the demographics of a community shape the healthcare infrastructure around it. Areas with higher senior populations tend to have more hospital beds and specialty services. Understanding who lives in Montana helps contextualize the hospital landscape above.
Demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Crime data from CrimeGrade.org. Community profiles from BestNeighborhood.org.
Montana's senior population (19.7%) is near the national average, supporting a moderate healthcare infrastructure. The area has a C- overall crime grade — be aware of your surroundings, especially when visiting hospitals at night.
Hospital FAQ: Montana
How many hospitals are there in Montana?
There are 63 Medicare-certified hospitals in Montana. 16 have CMS overall star ratings, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which hospitals in Montana have the best CMS ratings?
3 hospitals have the highest possible 5-star CMS rating. 8 hospitals are rated 4 stars. CMS ratings are based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely & effective care. See our top-rated hospitals section for the full list.
How many hospitals in Montana have emergency rooms?
60 of 63 hospitals (95%) in Montana operate emergency departments. 4 offer comprehensive critical care. In an emergency, Medicare covers the nearest hospital regardless of network status.
Are these hospitals in my Medicare plan's network?
Network coverage depends on your specific Medicare plan. Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans have defined provider networks — some hospitals may be in-network for one plan but out-of-network for another. Original Medicare covers any Medicare-certified hospital. Compare Medicare plans in Montana to find coverage that includes your preferred hospitals.
Where does this hospital data come from?
All data on this page comes from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) databases: Hospital Compare for quality measures and star ratings, and Provider of Services for bed counts, services, and staffing. Data is updated quarterly. Last update: February 2026. Read our full methodology →
How should I use this hospital information when choosing a Medicare plan?
Start by identifying which hospitals you prefer based on quality ratings, services, and proximity. Then compare Medicare plans in Montana to find plans that include your preferred hospitals in their network. Key factors: CMS star rating (4+ stars indicates above-average quality), emergency services availability, bed capacity, and teaching status. Use our enrollment checklist to stay organized.
About the Data & Editorial Team
Wes Ward
Founder & Data Lead
Wes Ward is the founder of InsuranceDataNow.org and reviews all content for data accuracy and methodology compliance.
With 25+ years in data analytics — including work with highly regulated genomic data at Ancestry.com — Wes brings enterprise-level rigor to consumer data tools. He is also a co-founder of BestNeighborhood.org, CrimeGrade.org, and ISPReports.org.
Role: Reviews and approves all content for data accuracy, source verification, and methodology compliance.
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Sources
- CMS Hospital Compare: Hospital quality measures and star ratings from data.cms.gov
- CMS Provider of Services: Bed counts, staffing, and facility data from data.cms.gov
- American Community Survey: Demographic data from census.gov
- CrimeGrade.org: Crime grades for Montana from crimegrade.org
- BestNeighborhood.org: Community profiles for Montana from bestneighborhood.org
All data is sourced from official government databases and trusted third-party providers. Data is updated regularly — see page header for last refresh dates.