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
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
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.
Mortality
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
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.
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
Doctors at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Andrew Gough, DO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Jacklyn Karli, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. David Feist, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Donna Sebesta, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Bethany Schultz, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Gerald Rieber, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Alan Christensen, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Daljeet Rishi, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Kelly Ming, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Kevin Roark, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Rachael Dekker, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Elliott Filler, MD
Emergency Medicine
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Dr. Scott Vankeulen, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Thomas Lechner, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Patrick Horrigan, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Stephanie Peyton-aas, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Michael Vener, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Mark Schulz, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Christopher Hall, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Stefanie Robinson, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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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 ·