White River Health Care Center
515 E 8th Street · White River, SD · 57579 · 6052593161
52 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.08 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.23 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $6,168 |
Inspection citations (3 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G November 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 13, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected January 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 8, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 18, 2024 | Fine | $6,168 |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 43A089 · certified since May 17, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.