About Brookings Health System
Hospital overview and services
Brookings Health System is a government-operated acute care hospital in Brookings, SD, serving Brookings County and the surrounding Brookings community. As a government-operated facility, it is accountable to the public and typically serves as a safety-net provider for the community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Brookings can seek immediate care at Brookings Health System's emergency department.
Brookings Health System has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in SD. Brookings Health System has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Brookings area.
When choosing a hospital in Brookings, SD, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Brookings Health System'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
Brookings Health System 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 Brookings, SD and nationwide.
Mortality
Brookings Health System performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Brookings Health System performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Brookings Health System performs better than the national average for readmission rates, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Brookings Health System
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Regan Norgaard, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Amy Bakker, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Megan Albertson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. David Axtman, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Alan Christensen, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Debra Rodeghiero Johnston, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Catherine Leadabrand, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Rachel Lynde, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Tara Heinze, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Erin Quist, MD
Pathology
Dr. Melissa Kludt, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Samantha Konechne, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Alexander Graves, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Jeffry Dressander, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Nephi Jones, DPM
Podiatry
Dr. James Brunz, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. Jackie Bau, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Mark Ptacek, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Mark Erickson, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Amy Evjen, MD
Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Brookings Health System
What is the CMS rating for Brookings Health System?
Brookings Health System has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Brookings Health System have emergency services?
Yes, Brookings Health System provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Brookings Health System?
Brookings Health System is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - local ownership.
How many doctors practice at Brookings Health System?
20 physicians are affiliated with Brookings Health System. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·