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HomeSouth DakotaBowdle Nursing Home

Bowdle Nursing Home

8001 W 5th Street, Bowdle, SD 574286052856146WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(7 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
27
certified

How Bowdle Nursing Home 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
4/5
SD average
2.9/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
SD average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
SD average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.80 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.39 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
34.8%
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 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the South Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the South Dakota average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.39 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.80.
Staff turnover is 34.8%, lower than the South Dakota average of 48.2%.

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 Feb 8, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 25, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation 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
Edmunds County 65+
860
21.4% of county
County Population
4,014
Edmunds County

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

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Bowdle Nursing Home is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Bowdle, South Dakota with 27 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
27
Avg Residents/Day
23.3
Ownership
Government - City
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Edmunds
Last Inspection
Jul 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
22.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

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 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Feb 8, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 8, 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 Aide2.63 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.39 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.80 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.46 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
34.8%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - City
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (15)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CITY OF BOWDLE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Feb 1, 1987
KESSLER, LACEYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 21, 2017
KLEFFMAN, DARWYNW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 20, 2019
BARNHARDT, DARRYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
BOBBY, MARGARETCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022
BOSCHEE, RICKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2000
GAB, REXCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
GUNDERSON, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2017
MAIER, RUSSELLCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2023
SHAYKETT, AMBERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
KLEFFMAN, DARWYNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 20, 2019
KESSLER, LACEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 19, 2024
KLEFFMAN, DARWYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 19, 2024
KESSLER, LACEYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ADec 10, 2024
KLEFFMAN, DARWYNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ADec 10, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Bowdle Nursing Home and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Bowdle Nursing Home
Bowdle, SDCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Walworth County Care Center, Inc
Selby, SD18.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Avera Eureka Health Care Center
Eureka, SD22.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $12,252
Avera Oahe Manor
Gettysburg, SD33.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Faulkton Senior Living
Faulkton, SD38.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Aberdeen Health and Rehab
Aberdeen, SD55.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $64,270
Prairie Heights Healthcare
Aberdeen, SD56.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Bowdle Nursing Home
Bowdle, SD · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Walworth County Care Center, Inc
Selby, SD
18.4 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Avera Eureka Health Care Center
Eureka, SD
22.1 mi2/52/54/5$12,252
Avera Oahe Manor
Gettysburg, SD
33.2 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Faulkton Senior Living
Faulkton, SD
38.6 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Aberdeen Health and Rehab
Aberdeen, SD
55.7 mi1/51/54/5$64,270
Prairie Heights Healthcare
Aberdeen, SD
56.5 mi4/54/51/5None recorded

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 Bowdle Nursing Home?▾
Bowdle Nursing Home has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Bowdle Nursing Home 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). Bowdle Nursing Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Bowdle Nursing Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Bowdle Nursing Home had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 25, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Bowdle Nursing Home?▾
Bowdle Nursing Home provides 3.80 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.39 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 2.63 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 34.8%.
How many beds does Bowdle Nursing Home have?▾
Bowdle Nursing Home has 27 certified beds with an average of 23.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is Government - City owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Bowdle Nursing Home?▾
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 Bowdle Nursing Home?▾
On Google Maps, Bowdle Nursing Home has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 7 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.