About Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center
Hospital overview and services
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center is an acute care hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, serving Minnehaha County and the surrounding Sioux Falls community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Sioux Falls can seek immediate care at Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Sioux Falls area.
When choosing a hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This average rating reflects performance across multiple quality domains including patient safety, mortality outcomes, and readmission rates. CMS evaluates hospitals annually to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Sioux Falls, SD.
Mortality
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Jorge Patino Buelvas, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Chetan Wasekar, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Alex Linn, MD
Neurology
Dr. Paul Stamp, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jeffrey Edman, MD
Urology
Dr. Brandon Harris, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Dillon Hansen, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Austin Fox, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Carol Nelson, MD
Neurology
Dr. Richard Briggs, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Amal Salama, DO
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Garth Aasen, MD
Pathology
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Dr. Razvan Nicolescu, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Robert Nuss, MD
Psychiatry
Dr. Christopher Brusseau, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Aaron Burkhardt, DO
Internal Medicine
Dr. Megan Albertson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Curtis Rexroth, DO
Hospitalist
Dr. Amy Cerwick, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kirsten Nedved, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center
What is the CMS rating for Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center?
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center have emergency services?
Yes, Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center?
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.
How many doctors practice at Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·