About Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
Hospital overview and services
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is an acute care hospital in Yankton, SD, serving Yankton County and the surrounding Yankton community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Yankton can seek immediate care at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital's emergency department.
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in SD. Avera Sacred Heart Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Yankton area.
When choosing a hospital in Yankton, SD, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Avera Sacred Heart Hospital's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting very good performance across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures. This places the hospital among the higher-rated facilities in Yankton, SD and nationwide.
Mortality
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Andrew Gough, DO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Alex Linn, MD
Neurology
Dr. Garth Aasen, MD
Pathology
Dr. Lindsey Dutler, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Megan Klentz, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Lori Manas-lammers, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Elizabeth Wortmann
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Cassandra Arens, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Jodi Peterson, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jeffery Steers, MD
Vascular Surgery
Dr. Christine Pocha, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Tonya Ellingson, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Taylor Lofink, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Ryan Meis, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Scott Vankeulen, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Richard Strom, MD
Pathology
Dr. Melissa Kludt, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jose Suarez Isaacs, MD
Infectious Disease
Dr. Collin Noldner, MD
Radiation Oncology
Dr. Jeremy Kudera, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
What is the CMS rating for Avera Sacred Heart Hospital?
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Avera Sacred Heart Hospital have emergency services?
Yes, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Avera Sacred Heart Hospital?
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.
How many doctors practice at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital?
20 physicians are affiliated with Avera Sacred Heart Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·