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White River Health Care Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise no consistent strengths identified. Still worth an in-person visit.

515 E 8th Street, White River, SD 5757952 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.0/5

based on 4 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

There is insufficient qualitative data to provide a recommendation for this facility. Because the available reviews are either empty or focus on internal staff grievances, we strongly advise scheduling an in-person tour to observe staff-resident interactions and facility conditions firsthand.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.73hrs
97%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.08hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
47%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
33%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 14 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

11

measures

Worse Than Avg

2

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.5%
Better than Avg
Here
4.5%
US
15.3%
SD
20.2%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.9%
Better than Avg
Here
7.9%
US
19.5%
SD
17.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Better than Avg
Here
0.9%
US
12.1%
SD
5.3%

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

💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.3%
US
15.5%
SD
24.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.2%
Better than Avg
Here
15.2%
US
19.4%
SD
25.6%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
SD
95.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

0deficiencies
1penalties
Well below state avg (6.8)
1 complaint-triggered
$6,168 in fines
Clean record — no deficiencies

One family filed a complaint that led to a serious finding regarding resident protection from abuse and neglect, which has been corrected. The facility has ongoing issues with fire safety and emergency preparedness, with most recent deficiencies in smoke detection systems and emergency drills still being addressed. While past problems with resident rights and dental services were corrected, the recurring safety system issues warrant attention during your visit.

Mar 27, 2025Routine
3
0004Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0345Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0712Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Nov 18, 2024Complaint
1
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.

Dec 13, 2023Routine
3
0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0791Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Dec 8, 2022Routine
5
0920Potential for harm · Pattern

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0355Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0918Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Nov 18, 2024

$6,168

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

White River Health Care Center

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Undisclosed

Ownership Data Not Available · Organization

Source: Medicare provider data

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