Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home

Nursing Home · Hot Springs, SD

CMS overall rating 2/5 Government - State

CMS certification number43A136

Contact & location

2500 Minnekahta Avenue
Hot Springs, SD 57747
Fall River County
Phone
(605) 745-5127
ZIP code
57747 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
78
Residents per day
51.9 (67% occupied)
Ownership
Government - State
Legal name
Legal Business Name Not Available
Medicare certified since
February 11, 2011
Participates in
Medicaid
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.9
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
StaffingNot rated
State avg 3.5
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
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Weekend total
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RN turnover
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Inspections

Last standard inspection
May 1, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
5.0 (state 6.9 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
15 health · 1 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-05-01 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-06-27
2025-05-01 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-31
2025-05-01 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-27
2025-05-01 Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
F0909 · Environmental Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-27
2025-05-01 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-27
2025-05-01 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-03-23
2024-02-15 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-15 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-15 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-15 Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
F0604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-15 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-15 Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
F0800 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2023-02-16 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-03-13
2023-02-16 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-03-13
2023-02-16 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-03-13

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $39,293 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-05-01Fine$39,293

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Ownership Data Not Available

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.9-star average in South Dakota.

How many beds does Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home have?

It has 78 certified beds and cares for about 52 residents per day.

Has Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $39,293 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home?

(605) 745-5127. The facility is located at 2500 Minnekahta Avenue, Hot Springs, SD 57747.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.