Sanford Care Center Vermillion faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 42/100. The facility ranks in the 42th percentile among South Dakota nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
With 3.40 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sanford Care Center Vermillion falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Sanford Care Center Vermillion, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.40 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.78 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.15 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.47 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.03 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jan 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Jan 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Oct 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0677 Severity DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Oct 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jun 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 3.3% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.6% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 22.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.2% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 27.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 27.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $44,577
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 42 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: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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