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White River Health Care Center

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

515 E 8TH STREET, White River, SD 57579

52 Beds
Medicare Since 1990

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515 E 8TH STREET
White River, SD 57579

About White River Health Care Center

Nursing home overview and details

White River Health Care Center is an nursing home in White River, SD, serving Mellette County and the surrounding community. The facility has 52 certified beds with an average daily census of 32.5 residents.

White River Health Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1990, bringing 36 years of experience in long-term care.

White River Health Care Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in White River, SD, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds52
Avg. Residents/Day32.5
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyMellette

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

White River Health Care Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Excellent

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Excellent

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

White River Health Care Center provides 5.08 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.73 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 46.7%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 33.3%. Weekend staffing averages 4.23 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.73
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day5.08
Total Nurse Turnover Rate46.7%
RN Turnover Rate33.3%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)4.23

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

White River Health Care Center has received 1 fine totaling $6,168. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($6,168)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About White River Health Care Center

What is the CMS rating for White River Health Care Center?

White River Health Care Center has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does White River Health Care Center have?

White River Health Care Center has 52 certified beds with an average daily census of 32.5 residents.

What type of facility is White River Health Care Center?

White River Health Care Center is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Mellette County in White River, SD.

How many doctors practice at White River Health Care Center?

Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for White River Health Care Center.

Does White River Health Care Center have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. White River Health Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·