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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

401 9TH AVENUE NW POST OFFICE BOX 1210, Watertown, SD 57201

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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401 9TH AVENUE NW POST OFFICE BOX 1210
Watertown, SD 57201

About Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc

Hospital overview and services

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc is an acute care hospital in Watertown, SD, serving Codington County and the surrounding Watertown community.

The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Watertown can seek immediate care at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc's emergency department.

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in SD. Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Watertown area.

When choosing a hospital in Watertown, SD, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc'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
CountyCodington
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

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Very Good

CMS Overall Hospital Rating

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc 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 Watertown, SD and nationwide.

Average

Mortality

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Above Average

Patient Safety

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Above Average

Readmission

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc performs better than the national average for readmission rates, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc

What is the CMS rating for Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc?

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.

Does Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc have emergency services?

Yes, Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc provides 24/7 emergency services.

What type of hospital is Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc?

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.

How many doctors practice at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc?

20 physicians are affiliated with Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·