Big Sandy Medical Center in Big Sandy, MT
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About Big Sandy Medical Center
Big Sandy Medical Center is a critical access hospital in Big Sandy, Chouteau County, Montana. It reports its ownership to Medicare as nonprofit (private). It provides emergency services. It does not currently have a CMS Overall Star Rating, which usually means it reports too few measures to be rated. It has 25 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD. The nearest other listed hospital is Chippewa Cree Medical Center, about 12 mi away.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
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48.17924, -110.10865
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Sandy Medical Center located?
Big Sandy Medical Center is at 166 Montana Ave E, Big Sandy, MT 59520 in Chouteau County.
Does Big Sandy Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes. Big Sandy Medical Center reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 77 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of Big Sandy Medical Center?
Big Sandy Medical Center does not have a current CMS Overall Star Rating. CMS only rates hospitals that report enough measures; critical access, psychiatric, VA and many small hospitals are often unrated, which says nothing about their quality.
Is Big Sandy Medical Center a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for Big Sandy Medical Center. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the Montana trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of Big Sandy Medical Center?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (406) 378-2188.
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