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Avantara Redfield

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

1015 Third Street East, Redfield, SD 5746951 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
2.8/5

based on 8 Google reviews

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5/ 10
high Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (8 vs median 5.0)
  • High staff turnover (55%)

Bottom 25% in SD · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in LEGACY HEALTHCARE chain · $23,044 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

Given the reports of physical abuse, bed bug infestations, and serious dietary failures, this facility presents significant safety risks. We strongly advise families to look elsewhere, as the current pattern of complaints suggests systemic failures in basic care and resident protection.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

8 reviews on Google
Avantara Redfield faces severe allegations regarding resident safety, including reports of physical abuse by staff and the presence of bed bugs. Families have expressed deep concerns about basic hygiene, such as persistent odors, and critical failures in dietary management that led to a life-threatening allergic reaction.

Quality Themes

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Food1.0Staff3.0Clean1.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Clean environment
  • Great nursing staff
  • Effective physical therapy

Concerns

  • Unprofessional staff conduct and potential abuse (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Poor hygiene and sanitation issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2342.62025(5)3.02026(3)

Distribution · 8 analyzed

5
3
4
0
3
1
2
0
1
4

How They Respond to Reviews

50%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We noticed some praise for the physical therapy team in recent feedback; could you tell us more about how the therapists work with residents to maintain their mobility?
  • 2Since we want to ensure a comfortable environment, what specific protocols are in place to maintain daily cleanliness and sanitation in the resident rooms and common areas?
  • 3How does the nursing team communicate important medical updates or changes in condition to family members to ensure we are always in the loop?
  • 4What is the typical daily schedule like, and what kind of social activities or dining experiences do you provide to keep residents engaged?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night or over the weekend, what is the immediate process for contacting doctors and notifying the family?
  • 6We saw that the facility is described as a clean environment; how do you manage the dining area and meal service to ensure high standards of food quality and hygiene?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

I had to remove my mother from this house of horrors. A CNA named Patience Flahn was caught roughing up my mother as I walked in the room.

Long-term resident's family · 2026☆☆☆☆

Very unprofessional environment. Bed bugs found in my mom's room!!!

Long-term resident's family · 2025☆☆☆☆

Grandmother nearly died from an allergic reaction to her meal. The food is cold and half done

Long-term resident's family · 2025☆☆☆☆
Source: 8 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.63hrs
84%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.17hrs
77%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
59%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
20%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility32.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
32.7%
US
15.4%
SD
24.5%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility25.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
25.0%
US
19.5%
SD
17.5%
⚠️

Residents who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
10.4%
US
3.2%
SD
5.3%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.6%
Better than Avg
Here
13.6%
US
15.3%
SD
20.2%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
11.5%
US
12.1%
SD
5.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
SD
96.9%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.2%
Better than Avg
Here
96.2%
US
79.7%
SD
78.2%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility91.4%
Better than Avg
Here
91.4%
US
81.8%
SD
82.7%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
6.7%
US
1.6%
SD
1.9%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

6deficiencies
3penalties
Near state avg (6.8)
8 complaint-triggered
$23,044 in fines

Seven families have filed complaints against this facility, citing issues including abuse prevention and dietary safety. The most recurring problems involve food safety and handling, care planning and assessments, and maintaining a safe environment. While most past deficiencies show correction dates, multiple recent issues from January 2026 remain with only correction plans in place, suggesting ongoing challenges with consistent care standards.

Jan 28, 2026Routine
8
0655Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0712Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Jan 28, 2026Complaint
1
0565Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Apr 15, 2025Complaint
2
0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Mar 17, 2025Complaint
1
0806Actual harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Dec 5, 2024Routine
5
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

0908Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Aug 28, 2024Complaint
2
0600Actual harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Mar 17, 2025

$7,008

Fine

Aug 28, 2024

$8,018

Fine

Aug 28, 2024

$8,018

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Avantara Redfield

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Legacy Healthcare

Chain Size

89 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 85 of 89 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Doros Generation Trust U/a/d 1/3/12

Owner · Organization

43%

Gpn Fam Tr Ua 04282008

Owner · Organization

43%

Oakway Operations LLC

Owner · Organization

15%

Key personnel

Bokf,na5% or Greater Security InterestRedfield Sd Property Holdings, LLC5% or Greater Security InterestRajchenbach, ChaimManaging Control - Governing BodyShabat, MenachemManaging Control - Governing BodyBokf,naManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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