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Avera Sacred Heart Hospital

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

501 SUMMIT ST, Yankton, SD 57078

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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501 SUMMIT ST
Yankton, SD 57078

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

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyYankton
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

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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.

Average

Mortality

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Above Average

Patient Safety

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Average

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

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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 ·