Tieszen Memorial Home
312 East State St · Marion, SD · 57043 · 6056483611
64 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
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 | 3.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E May 26, 2022
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected June 29, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E May 26, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 29, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 435069 · certified since June 15, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.