Best Nursing Homes in Kadoka, South Dakota

0 of 1 nursing homes in Kadoka (0%) meet our strict criteria. The South Dakota statewide average is 29%.

0 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data

Worth Considering

0

Facilities graded B or better with zero fines

0 recommended 1 caution 0 avoid

City Average

2.0

+0.00 vs state

Total Beds

31

across 1 facilities

High Risk Facilities

0

0 Grade F

$0 in combined fines

Zero Fines

1 /1

passed all inspections

Nurse Availability

0 min

RN time per resident daily

Below CMS recommendation

Why No Recommendations?

The nursing home market in Kadoka, South Dakota, is weak, with only one facility available. Families should be aware that the top-rated Kadoka Nursing Home has a C+ rating and two stars, indicating limited options and the need for careful consideration when choosing care.

The other 1 Kadoka facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.

Proceed with Caution

These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.

Best Available Alternative

What Disqualified the Other 1?

Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years

Low-scoring facilities
1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Caution group
1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them

Questions Kadoka Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

  1. 1

    "What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"

    Kadoka's city average is 2.0 stars

  2. 2

    "Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"

    0 of 1 Kadoka facilities have fines

  3. 3

    "How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"

    CMS recommends 45 min; Kadoka avg is 0 min

  4. 4

    "What were your most recent inspection findings?"

    Kadoka facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection

Explore Nearby Cities

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Houston at a Glance

Good News

  • 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
  • 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
  • 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years

Be Aware

  • 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
  • $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
  • Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone

Key Numbers

  • Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
  • 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
  • 9.4 average deficiencies per facility

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing homes in Kadoka, SD are recommended?

0 of 1 nursing homes in Kadoka (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.

Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Kadoka?

Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Kadoka has 1 nursing homes, none currently achieve both a Trust Grade of B+ or better AND zero fines. We list all facilities with honest assessments to help you make informed decisions.

What makes a nursing home in Kadoka "recommended"?

A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.

How should I evaluate nursing homes in Kadoka?

Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.