Understanding Hospital Safety in Montana
The 63 hospitals listed here represent every Medicare-certified facility in Montana that submitted quality data to CMS for the 2024 reporting period. Our composite Safety Score weights five domains: hospital-acquired infection rates (HAI), patient safety indicator measures, 30-day mortality outcomes, readmission rates, and HCAHPS patient experience scores.
The average safety score across Montana hospitals is 4.8/10, compared to a national average of approximately 5.0/10. This positions Montana below the national average in our comparison.
How to Choose a Hospital in Montana
If you have a planned admission, start by identifying the top-rated hospital within a reasonable distance. Then cross-reference with your insurance network and your physician's hospital affiliations. For specialized care, look at condition-specific outcomes — a hospital's overall score is a reasonable starting proxy, but specialty-specific performance data can be found through CMS's Hospital Compare tool directly.
For emergency care, always go to the nearest emergency department or call 911. Safety scores are most actionable for elective and planned care decisions.