Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rapid City, South Dakota
1 of 8 nursing homes in Rapid City (13%) meet our strict criteria. The South Dakota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
557
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$136,068 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Rapid City, South Dakota, is limited and presents challenges, with only 12% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware of the presence of three facilities in the avoid tier, totaling $84,724 in fines, highlighting the importance of careful selection.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Westhills Village Health Care Facility (75) — Westhills Village Health Care Facility stands out with a solid Trust Score of 75/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being and provides quality care in a comfortable environment, all while maintaining a Grade B without any fines.
The other 7 Rapid City facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $136K.
Recommended
Westhills Village Health Care Facility stands out with a solid Trust Score of 75/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being and provides quality care in a comfortable environment, all while maintaining a Grade B without any fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rapid City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 7?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $136,068
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Rapid City Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Rapid City's city average is 2.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 8 Rapid City facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rapid City avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rapid City 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 Rapid City, SD are recommended?
1 of 8 nursing homes in Rapid City (12%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rapid City "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 Rapid City?
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.