Tekakwitha Living Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 8/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in South Dakota. Families considering this Sisseton facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Recent inspections identified 28 deficiencies at Tekakwitha Living Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
Staffing hours data not available for this facility.
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jan 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0851 Severity FElectronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.Jan 21, 2026 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0576 Severity EEnsure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Jan 21, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiJan 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jan 21, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 2.5% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.9% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 24.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.7% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 18.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 15.2% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $37,079
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 8 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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