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HomeSouth DakotaAvera Oahe Manor

Avera Oahe Manor

700 E Garfield, Gettysburg, SD 574426057652461WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(1 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
53
certified

How Avera Oahe Manor Compares in South Dakota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
SD average
2.9/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
SD average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
1/5
SD average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.50 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.62 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
43.8%
SD average
48.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the South Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.50 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 0.62 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.80.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 25, 2024
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 31, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Dakota median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
South Dakota median
Potter County 65+
691
26.7% of county
County Population
2,587
Potter County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Avera Oahe Manor is a 2-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Gettysburg, South Dakota with 53 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
53
Avg Residents/Day
35.4
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Potter
Last Inspection
Jul 31, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
38.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0727Potential for Harm

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0909Potential for Harm

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.01 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.87 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.62 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.50 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.03 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
43.8%
RN Turnover
28.6%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Avera Oahe Manor and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Avera Oahe Manor
Gettysburg, SDCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Bowdle Nursing Home
Bowdle, SD33.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Walworth County Care Center, Inc
Selby, SD34.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Faulkton Senior Living
Faulkton, SD39.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Highmore Health
Highmore, SD42.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Avera Maryhouse Long Term Care
Pierre, SD49.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Avantara Pierre
Pierre, SD49.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $22,048
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Avera Oahe Manor
Gettysburg, SD · Current facility
—2/53/51/5None recorded
Bowdle Nursing Home
Bowdle, SD
33.2 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Walworth County Care Center, Inc
Selby, SD
34.4 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Faulkton Senior Living
Faulkton, SD
39.9 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Highmore Health
Highmore, SD
42.7 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
Avera Maryhouse Long Term Care
Pierre, SD
49.1 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Avantara Pierre
Pierre, SD
49.2 mi2/52/53/5$22,048

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Avera Oahe Manor?▾
Avera Oahe Manor has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Avera Oahe Manor cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Dakota is $8,122/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Avera Oahe Manor participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Avera Oahe Manor had any health inspection violations?▾
Avera Oahe Manor had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 31, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Avera Oahe Manor?▾
Avera Oahe Manor provides 3.50 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.62 RN hours, 0.87 LPN hours, and 2.01 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 43.8%.
How many beds does Avera Oahe Manor have?▾
Avera Oahe Manor has 53 certified beds with an average of 35.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 67% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Avera Oahe Manor?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Dakota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Avera Oahe Manor?▾
On Google Maps, Avera Oahe Manor has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 1 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.