Dells Nursing and Rehab Center Inc
1400 Thresher Dr · Dell Rapids, SD · 57022 · 6054285478
50 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $133,077 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
$133,077 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.09 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.78 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.69 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $173,010 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected August 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G January 16, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected December 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 16, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2025 | Fine | $107,933 |
| August 8, 2024 | Fine | $25,144 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $39,933 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 435129 · certified since October 5, 2012. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.