Montgomery Subacute and Respiratory Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise expert respiratory and ventilator care. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 125 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its respiratory and rehabilitation services, with many families reporting excellent communication. However, because there are serious, isolated reports of neglect and poor responsiveness, we strongly recommend conducting an unannounced visit and asking specifically about their protocols for escalating medical concerns to family members.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
125 reviews on Google“Montgomery Subacute and Respiratory Center receives high praise for its specialized respiratory care, clean environment, and attentive nursing staff. While many families report excellent communication and successful rehabilitation outcomes, a small number of critical reviews allege severe neglect and poor responsiveness to medical emergencies. Families should carefully weigh the strong clinical reputation against these serious concerns regarding oversight and staffing.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Expert respiratory and ventilator care
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Attentive and compassionate nursing staff
- Effective rehabilitation therapy programs
Concerns
- Inconsistent nursing responsiveness and lack of communication regarding status changes (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Reports of neglect leading to serious medical complications (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 102 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given your facility's specialized focus on respiratory and ventilator care, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure consistent monitoring and rapid response for residents with complex medical needs?
- 2I noticed your staffing rating is lower than your overall CMS rating; how do you manage daily staffing levels to ensure that residents receive timely attention and assistance when they call for help?
- 3Communication is very important to our family; what is your standard process for keeping family members informed about any changes in a resident's health status or care plan?
- 4I see that you have engaged with some feedback online; how does your leadership team use family input to improve the quality of care and address concerns that may arise?
- 5Beyond the rehabilitation programs, what kind of daily social or recreational activities are available to help residents feel engaged and part of a community?
- 6What steps does your team take to ensure that residents receive consistent, proactive care to prevent the types of medical complications that can sometimes occur in a subacute setting?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff at Clara Burke got him on his feet, removed the trach & eliminated the need for a feeding tube. I'd especially like to mention Kathy (social worker), Richie (respiratory), RyAnn (nursing), Melissa (speech) & everyone from PT, they all helped to make a difficult time a happier & productive one.”
“My brother was there for three years. The staff took very good care of him. If anything happened to him they notified me as soon as it happened. They were kind and very helpful. When my brother passed away, the people at the funeral home told me that there was not a scratch or bedsore on his body.”
“The medical staff and office staff at Montgomery Subacute are wonderful and he seems very happy. I can't say enough good things about the care he gets!”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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9
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Montgomery Subacute shows a concerning pattern with 34 deficiencies across four surveys, including two complaint-triggered issues where families reported inadequate food/fluids and care quality. The facility has recurring problems with medication management and pharmacy services, fire safety systems, and resident rights protections. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the repeated issues with medication oversight and safety systems suggest ongoing operational challenges that families should investigate further.
Feb 11, 2026Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
May 9, 2025Routine6
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Apr 2, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Jul 19, 2024Routine22
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Oct 5, 2023Routine4
Construction Deficiencies
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Oct 5, 2023Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Montgomery Subacute and Respiratory Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Marquis Health Services
88 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 18 of 80
Ownership & Management
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