Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Wessington Springs, South Dakota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Wessington Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria. The South Dakota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
40
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 This One?
The nursing home market in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, is adequate, with 100% of the single facility, Weskota Manor Inc, recommended. Families can feel confident in their choice, as the facility has received a B+ rating and maintains good scores without any fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Weskota Manor Inc (83) — Weskota Manor Inc stands out with a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a respectable B+ grade. This non-profit facility is committed to community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining an excellent CMS rating of 4★ and a perfect record with $0 fines.
Recommended
Weskota Manor Inc stands out with a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a respectable B+ grade. This non-profit facility is committed to community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining an excellent CMS rating of 4★ and a perfect record with $0 fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Wessington Springs Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Wessington Springs 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?"
Wessington Springs's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Wessington Springs facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Wessington Springs avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Wessington Springs facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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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 Wessington Springs, SD are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Wessington Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Wessington Springs "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 Wessington Springs?
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.