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When you choose Rotech Healthcare, you’re choosing more than a home respiratory and medical supplier. You’re choosing neighbors and friends who provide outstanding connected care and high-quality medical products, prioritize clinical excellence, and help you live a more comfortable life. You’re choosing the feel of a hometown company with all the advantages of a national provider.
Our comprehensive selection of home medical equipment and services means you can rest assured that we’re ready to meet your needs. We dedicate ourselves to partnering with your medical team and empowering you to manage your health in the comfort of your own home. At Rotech, we believe respiratory and medical equipment should improve your life, not limit it.
Evaluation and assessment to assist with early identification and intervention for falls, home environment issues, desaturating oxygen levels and CO2 retention.
SlideSetting COPD patients up for success with individualized care, monitoring, data collection, and targeted follow-ups to avoid 30-day hospital readmissions
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Rotech has really stepped up in the most challenging time most of us have seen in healthcare. When other companies are telling us what they don’t do, Rotech is evolving and quickly creating new processes to meet the needs of the patient. - RN Care Management Liaison I wanted to let you know how amazing and helpful Ray was. He went above and beyond to help my father after his lung surgery. Ray was kind and pleasant even at a time when we were all stressed out and having a hard time making decisions. - A Satisfied Patient's Family I wanted to let you know what an amazing job Tiara does. She is always professional and very knowledgeable. She takes such good care of me and I appreciate everything she does for my medical needs and equipment. I don’t know what I would do without her. She is truly a very valuable member of your team. - A happy patient in Texas I was connected to Landan and he was superb while reflecting a high degree of knowledge, professionalism, and patience, even kindness in dealing with me. I was once the head of an organization employing over 2,000 people and I know the importance of hiring good people. This is what Rotech has done in hiring Landan; he is a keeper and I wish him and Rotech well in the future. - From a satisfied patient in Kentucky I wanted to let you know how amazing and helpful Ray was. He went above and beyond to help my father after his lung surgery. Ray was kind and pleasant even at a time when we were all stressed out and having a hard time making decisions. - A Satisfied Patient's Family I wanted to let you know what an amazing job Tiara does. She is always professional and very knowledgeable. She takes such good care of me and I appreciate everything she does for my medical needs and equipment. I don’t know what I would do without her. She is truly a very valuable member of your team. - A happy patient in Texas I was connected to Landan and he was superb while reflecting a high degree of knowledge, professionalism, and patience, even kindness in dealing with me. I was once the head of an organization employing over 2,000 people and I know the importance of hiring good people. This is what Rotech has done in hiring Landan; he is a keeper and I wish him and Rotech well in the future. - From a satisfied patient in KentuckyFor your convenience, an ATM is located on the first level of the hospital near Pediatric Therapies.
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We want you to feel comfortable and cared for throughout your stay, so at each nursing shift change —about every 12 hours — your nurse will introduce your new nurse to you. The team will talk about your progress, medicine and tests scheduled for the day. We encourage you to ask questions. The more you’re involved, the better and safer your care.
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During your stay, you may see your doctors and nurses using computers or tablets. These tools help them care for you by providing around-the-clock monitoring, patient care resources and quick communication with the rest of your healthcare team. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or nurse.
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Our hospital offers a variety of options for patients and guests who want to grab a bite to eat while on our campus. We ask that all diners on campus maintain a safe social distance when eating in the cafeteria or patio.
Big Sky Café
Location: First Floor
Breakfast Hours:
Daily: 7 to 10:30 am
Lunch Hours:
Daily: 11 to 1:30 pm
Dinner Hours:
Monday through Friday: 4:00 to 6:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Cuisine Options
Coffee Shop
Location: By the main lobby
The coffee shop is located between the main hospital and the orthopedic and rehabilitation units. Offering organic coffee & tea to authentic chai and blissful cocoa. Gift cards are available for purchase.
Hours:
Monday through Friday:
7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursday Night:
9:30 pm to midnight
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Visitors may use the dining room at any time. Due to dietary restrictions, patients may not be served in the cafeteria.
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Your room is connected to the nursing station via an intercom system. To call for your nurse, press the red nurse icon button located on your bedside. If you have any questions on how to use the call button, ask a staff member to show you.
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During your stay, you may see members of your care team using mobile phones. At Community Medical Center, staff are permitted to use phones for work-related activities, such as communicating with doctors or other care team members. Employees are not allowed to use phones for non-work-related activities. There are many work related benefits of cellphones and other communication devices, including access to medical references, clinical tools and patient information.
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A full TV guide can be found in your patient guide.
11-1 ABC - ABC Fox MT34-2 Paramount Network41-1 CNN11-6 CBS - KPAX34-3 VH141-2 Fox News12-1 FOX35-1 MTV41-3 MSNBC12-6 NBC - KECI35-2 TV Land42-2 CNBC13-6 PBS36-1 Hallmark Channel43-2 The Weather Channel23-2 MeTV36-2 National Geographic44-1 Disney Channel26-1 TBN36-3 Animal Planet44-3 Disney Junior30-2 USA37-1 Science Channel45-1 Universal Kids30-3 A&E37-2 American Heroes Channel45-2 Nick Jr.31-1 TNT37-3 HGTV45-3 Nickelodeon31-2 TBS38-1 Food Network46-1 Cartoon Network32-1 Discovery Channel38-2 Travel Channel46-2 Discovery Family32-2 History Channel38-3 TLC47-2 ESPN32-3 FX39-1 BRAVO47-3 ESPN233-1 BBC America39-2 E!48-2 NBCSN34-1 Comedy Central39-3 Lifetime48-3 SEC NetworkBack to Top
Please speak with your nurse or nursing supervisor if you have any questions or concerns about your care. If your issue still is not resolved, then contact the hospital patient advocate at 406.327.. You also have the right to file your complaint with either:
Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
Office of Inspector General
PO Box
Helena, MT -
:
dphhs.mt.gov
Office of Quality and Patient Safety
The Joint Commission
One Renaissance Blvd.
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Website: www.jointcommission.org, then click “Report patient safety event”
Sometimes a healthcare choice can involve an ethical concern—such as a wish to refuse life-saving treatment or a disagreement over advance directives. Contact the hospital patient advocate at 406.327. who can coordinate with the medical ethics committee to help you and those who are here to support you make difficult decisions.
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For your safety, we reserve the right to inspect any electrical appliances brought into the hospital.
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We conduct fire drills from time to time. If you hear an alarm, stay where you are. In an actual emergency, hospital staff will tell you what to do.
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Flowers are delivered to patient rooms by volunteers. Please note that flowers may not allowed in Intensive Care Units. Ask to speak with the patient's nurse before sending flowers to patients in the NICU, PICU & ICU. Flowers can be purchased through the hospital gift shop or sent from a local shop.
Only Mylar balloons may be brought into the hospital because of the risk of latex allergies.
If you wish to bring food to a patient, please check with the nurse on the patient's unit as dietary restrictions may apply.
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Location: First Floor, by the main lobby
Rose Merries & Friends Gift Shop in the hospital offers a unique shopping experience, providing conveniences for your friends and family and a wonderful array of personal gifts for yourself or someone special. For those who would like to send a gift to a patient but are unable to visit the hospital, call us and we will assist with delivering a special gift.
Complementary Flower for Mom - Children can stop by the gift shop and we will provide a complementary carnation to give to moms who recently delivered in our Women & Newborns Center.
Our shop offers:
For something special check out our:
Hours of Operation:
Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wed.: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat. and Sun.: Closed
Cash, check and credit cards accepted.
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We have services available for people who are deaf or hearing impaired. For patients and/or their companions who use American Sign Language (ASL), sign language interpreters are provided at no charge. Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) is offered at all locations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This technology provides quick access to remote ASL interpreters who are trained in medical signing. In-person interpreters can be arranged if notified in advance of your visit.
How to Request Language Services
Notify a nurse, hospital employee or other medical professional that you need language assistance or call (406) 728- and we will arrange the appropriate services.
When you call to schedule an appointment, please mention that you, or your family member, will need an interpreter. This will help us best meet your needs.
Spanish
Notifique a un empleado del hospital o profesional médico que necesita asistencia en el idioma o llame al (406) 728- y organizaremos los servicios apropiados.
Cuando llame para programar una cita, mencione que usted, o su familiar, necesitará un intérprete.Esto nos ayudará a satisfacer mejor sus necesidades.
German
Benachrichtigen Sie einen Krankenhausmitarbeiter oder Arzt, dass Sie Sprachunterstützung benötigen oder rufen Sie an (406) 728- und wir werden die entsprechenden Dienstleistungen arrangieren.
Wenn Sie anrufen, um einen Termin zu vereinbaren, geben Sie bitte an, dass Sie oder Ihr Familienmitglied einen Dolmetscher benötigen. Dies wird uns helfen, Ihre Bedürfnisse am besten zu erfüllen.
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A nurse will visit you every hour during the day and every two hours at night to check on your comfort, help you change positions in bed, assist with trips to the bathroom, and make sure you can reach your , call light, and personal items easily.
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We promise to keep your room fresh, clean and comfortable with daily cleaning service. For fresh linens, bed sheets or towels, please contact the nursing staff. If there is anything we can do to make your stay more pleasant, please call the housekeeping department at ext. .
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Interpreter services are available for patients 24/7. Recognizing that the exchange of information between patient and provider is an essential element of quality care, we provide our patients and their families with free qualified medical interpreters for languages other than English and for American Sign Language (ASL).
If at any time you need a professional non-English spoken or sign language interpreter, please contact your nurse for assistance or call (406) 728-.
When you call to schedule an appointment, please mention that you, or your family member, will need an interpreter. This will help us best meet your needs.
Non-English Speaking Individuals
If you feel more comfortable speaking a language other than English, we will provide language interpreters trained in medical interpreting at no charge. This service is provided to patients and their companions at all Community Medical Center locations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Both over-the- interpreter services or video interpreters are accessible.
Spanish
Si se siente más cómodo hablando un idioma que no sea el inglés, le proporcionaremos intérpretes de idiomas capacitados en interpretación médica sin cargo alguno. Este servicio se proporciona a los pacientes y sus acompañantes en todas las ubicaciones del Centro Médico Comunitario, las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana.Se puede acceder a servicios de intérpretes por éfono o intérpretes de vídeo.
German
Wenn Sie sich wohler fühlen, eine andere Sprache als Englisch zu sprechen, stellen wir Ihnen sprachlich Dolmetscher zur Verfügung, die in medizinischem Dolmetschen ausgebildet sind, und das kostenlos. Dieser Service wird den Patienten und ihren Begleitern an allen Standorten des Community Medical Center rund um die Uhr, 7 Tage die Woche zur Verfügung gestellt. Sowohl Over-the--Dolmetscherdienste als auch Videodolmetscher sind zugänglich.
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Hotels, Motels and Extended Stay
Community Medical Center does not specifically endorse any of the lodging options listed.
Missoula offers a variety of lodging options located in close proximity to the hospital and many within a short drive from North Reserve Street and Downtown Missoula. There are also a variety of short-term homes, private rooms and apartments available for those who prefer vacation rentals.
Hotels & extended stay hotels
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Vacation rentals
Ronald McDonald House
The Ronald McDonald House is a “home-away-from-home” for families with sick children so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost.
Learn How to Stay
Jane S. Heman Lodging
Jane S. Heman Lodging is for adult cancer patients being treated at Community Cancer Care & Prevention. Suites were newly constructed in to meet the needs of cancer patients and are conveniently located next to the cancer center. Please inquire with the patient's nurse navigator for more information.
Onsite RV Parking for Patients & Patient Families Only
Patients and families from out of town who have an appointment and actively in care at Community Medical Center may request RV parking. For example, patients undergoing a series of treatments or appointments over multiple days or families with a loved one in the hospital, may request an RV parking space. Spaces are subject to availability and must be requested through your medical provider so campus security can register your vehicle and assign a space.
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You’ll want to leave valuables like jewelry and electronics at home or with your loved ones. Community Medical Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items. If you feel you have left something behind, please stop by the guest service desk or call 406.728. and they will see if anything has been turned in.
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Mail and sent to our website are delivered to patients Monday through Friday by hospital volunteers.
Stamps, envelopes and other mail supplies are available in the gift shop. You can drop off stamped mail at the nurses station, given to any attending nurse or dropped off in the gift shop.
For patient mail:
Patient’s Name: (first and last)
Community Medical Center
Room # _____
Fort Missoula Rd.
Missoula, MT
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Please do not bring any prescription or over-the-counter medicines to the hospital. All medicines you take in the hospital need to be prescribed, filled and given to you by hospital staff. Please bring a list of all medications, supplements or herbals, including dosages. If you still need them, hospital staff will give them to you.
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Complementary parking is available on Fort Missoula Road for hospital services and provider offices and on South Avenue for the emergency department, heart & vascular center and Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation.
Patients who arrive after 9 pm, should enter through the Emergency Department on South Ave.
Public Transportation
Mountain Line is Missoula’s community bus service. It is a zero-fare service providing fixed route and Paratransit free of charge in and around Missoula and the University of Montana. Bus stops are located in front of the hospital.
Paratransit & Senior Van Service
Mountain Line also operates ADA Comparable Paratransit service and Senior Van service for eligible passengers within a ¾ mile radius of existing fixed routes. Use of these services is dependent upon meeting eligibility requirements. Paratransit and Senior Van services must be scheduled in advance.
Learn More
Mountain Line
MountainLine.com
Information and Trip Planning Assistance
(406) 721-
ADA Comparable Paratransit
(406) 721-
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If you would like a visit from the chaplain for spiritual care and comfort, please ask your nurse to contact the chaplain on call. This service is available for patients, families, and staff, regardless of religion or cultural tradition. Our team can also connect you to your religious or spiritual leaders in your faith community.
The chapel is always open for prayer and meditation. It’s located on the first floor, near Guest Services. This interfaith chapel is a peaceful place to reflect and pray.
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Hours:
Breakfast: 7 to 10 a.m.
Lunch*: 11 to 2 p.m.
Dinner**: 4 to 6:30 p.m.
*From 2 - 4 pm, call ext. to order room service.
**After 6:30 pm, speak with your nurse.
A "Restaurant Style Meal Menu" will be provided for the patient once a diet has been prescribed by their physician. Our diet aides will assist patients with selecting menu items they will enjoy while following the diet ordered by their physician.
To request a meal:
Ask that staff repeat your order back to you to ensure that it is correct
Check the order before the food service worker leaves the room
Nutritional Recommendations
The hospital employs clinical dietitians who are specially trained to assess our patient’s nutritional needs. Nutrition consultations are based on the initial screening at the time of admittance. If you would like to see a clinical dietitian during your stay, ask your doctor or nurse to request a nutrition consultation.
Parent Trays
Parents of children in the Pediatric Inpatient Unit or Pediatric ICU are eligible to receive one complementary meal per meal period. Tray includes an entrée, side dish, vegetable, dessert and beverage delivered to the patient's room.
Guest Trays
Guest meals are available to friends and family members of a patient when they don't want to leave the room to eat. For $6 (breakfast) or $8 (lunch & dinner), guests can receive an entrée, side dish, vegetable, dessert and beverage delivered to the patient's room. Your order will be delivered to the patient’s room; money will be collected at the time of delivery, cash or check only please.
Birthday Program
If a patient's birthday occurs during their stay at our hospital, we will provide a small birthday treat (unless the patient's physician has imposed dietary restrictions that would prevent the hospital from providing this service).
Newborn Celebration Dinner
Our celebratory dinner for two allows you and your loved one to celebrate following birth. Guests receive an entrée, side dish, vegetable, cheesecake and sparkling apple cider.
Food from Home
Food from home can be comforting for patients recovering in our hospital. We encourage families to bring in meals. However, please note we do not have storage for personal food items. We ask that, if you bring food, only plan to bring enough to consume in a single sitting. Storing food in coolers in a patient room is not permitted.
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Personal care items such as contact lenses, eyeglasses, hearing aids and dentures can be stored in your bedside stand when not in use. Please do not put them on your bed or food tray to help avoid them being lost or damaged. Leave valuables like jewelry or cash at home, or give them to a trusted relative or friend to watch over. If this is not an option, valuables may be locked up by Guest Services at your request. Community Medical Center cannot be responsible for replacing personal belongings.
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For everyone’s health and safety, we ask visitors not to use patient restrooms. Public restrooms are located throughout the hospital. Ask hospital staff to direct you to the nearest one.
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Anyone can call a critical-care response team to respond if your condition worsens and you do not get the immediate care you need. Dial to request this special service.
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Given the serious health hazards of tobacco use, we have chosen to become a 100 percent smoke & vape-free campus. No smoking or vaping products will be used while on hospital property, parking lots, associated buildings and vehicles. Patients and visitors are asked not to smoke during their hospital visit.
If You Smoke, Use Tobacco or Vape
While you are in the hospital, please do not suffer from nicotine withdrawal. You can receive nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or other appropriate support during your hospital visit. Please ask your nurse for more information. Visitors must leave campus if they choose to smoke or vape (go to the park next door or across the street from campus).
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All patient rooms have phones. To dial local, dial 9+406+the number you want to call. To dial long distance, dial 9+1+area code+ the number you want to call.
NOTE: Please be careful not to dial 9-1-1, when making a long distance call. If you do this by mistake, stay on the line and inform the 911 operators that it was in error to avoid 911 and hospital staff having to track down the call to verify if it is a true emergency.
If you are calling a patient's room from outside Community Medical Center, call (406) 728- and ask for the patient by name (not by room number). Calls are transferred from 8 am to 9 pm.
Mobile phones
Cell phones and related devices should not be used within 3 feet of any operating medical devices like cardiac monitors, ventilators or IV pumps or EEG equipment. Check with your nurse if you have questions. Courtesy phones are available. Please visit guest services at the main entrance of the hospital.
Reception is poor in many places. Try lobby areas, cafeteria and outdoor patios.
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Each patient room has a television. Please be considerate of others by keeping the volume down and turning off your TV at bedtime. TVs are controlled by the call light controller. Closed captioning is available for the hearing impaired. Ask a staff member if you have any questions on using your TV.
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Here you can find beverages and snacks 24 hours a day. Located on the First Floor in the main waiting room by the Guest Service Desk and between Pediatric Therapies and the Heart Center.
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Visitors are an important part of the healing process. Family and friends lift your spirits, decrease your anxiety, advocate for you and help you make decisions about your care. Our health care professionals understand this and make every effort to respect visitation while also providing a calm, safe place for patients to recover.
To promote healing and safety and limit infection, some units may limit the number of visitors you can receive at one time. Please ask your nurse for official visitation guidelines during your stay.
Each patient has the right to withdraw or deny visitors at any time. All visitors shall enjoy full and equal visitation privileges based on patient’s preferences. Community Medical Center will not restrict, limit or deny visitation privileges based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. There are times when access to patients may be denied by the hospital based on the following circumstances:
Visitation Policy
Visitors who refuse to adhere to the hospital policies or behave in a disruptive manner will be asked to leave the premises and may not be allowed to return.
If you have questions about check-in and visitation, please call our Guest Service desk at 406.728..
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What to Pack
Packing for a hospital stay depends on what makes you comfortable, how long you may expect to stay, and how far you may be traveling to see us. The basic list is pretty simple:
You’ll want to leave valuables like jewelry and electronics at home or with your loved ones. Community Medical Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
What Paperwork to Bring
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Hospital guest wifi is complementary. Select “cmc wifi” as the wifi network on your device. No password is needed.
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