Avantara North has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 39/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in South Dakota. Families considering this Rapid City facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
With 3.02 total nurse hours per resident per day, Avantara North falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Avantara North. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.02 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.92 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.81 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.42 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.59 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0690 Severity GProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventAug 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Aug 6, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0628 Severity DProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Aug 6, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Aug 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity DEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Aug 6, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services 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 | 6.3% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 13.5% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 4.4% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 31.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 20.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $6,168
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 39 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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