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HomeSouth DakotaScotchman Living Center

Scotchman Living Center

503 West Pine, Philip, SD 575676058592583WebsiteGoogle Maps
0.0on Google(0 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
42
certified
3 fine(s) totaling $47,655

How Scotchman Living Center 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
3/5
SD average
2.9/5
Close to 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
5.07 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.08 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
57.9%
SD average
48.2%
Higher 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 health inspection rating is above the South Dakota average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.07 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 1.08 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.80.
Staff turnover is 57.9%, higher 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
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 19, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 20, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 7 fewer 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
Haakon County 65+
468
26.7% of county
County Population
1,755
Haakon County

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

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Scotchman Living Center is a 3-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Philip, South Dakota with 42 certified beds. It has been operating since 1978. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
42
Avg Residents/Day
32.5
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Apr 1, 1978
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Haakon
Last Inspection
Nov 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
34.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (13)

F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Mar 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Aug 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$47,655
Number of Fines
3
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineMar 6, 2024
$8,018
FineJan 27, 2025
$9,568
FineDec 19, 2024
$30,069

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

Nurse Aide3.48 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.51 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.08 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.07 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.17 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
57.9%
RN Turnover
60.0%
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 Scotchman Living Center and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Scotchman Living Center
Philip, SDCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $47,655
Kadoka Nursing Home
Kadoka, SD16.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
White River Health Care Center
White River, SD56.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $6,168
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood
New Underwood, SD57.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $26,595
Medicine Wheel Village
Eagle Butte, SD69.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $22,636
Avantara Pierre
Pierre, SD69.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $22,048
Avera Maryhouse Long Term Care
Pierre, SD69.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Scotchman Living Center
Philip, SD · Current facility
—3/54/54/5$47,655
Kadoka Nursing Home
Kadoka, SD
16.2 mi4/54/55/5None recorded
White River Health Care Center
White River, SD
56.1 mi5/55/55/5$6,168
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood
New Underwood, SD
57.7 mi2/52/53/5$26,595
Medicine Wheel Village
Eagle Butte, SD
69.3 mi2/51/55/5$22,636
Avantara Pierre
Pierre, SD
69.5 mi2/52/53/5$22,048
Avera Maryhouse Long Term Care
Pierre, SD
69.5 mi5/55/55/5None 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 Scotchman Living Center?▾
Scotchman Living Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Scotchman Living Center 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). Scotchman Living Center participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Scotchman Living Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Scotchman Living Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 20, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 3 fine(s) totaling $47,655.
What are the staffing levels at Scotchman Living Center?▾
Scotchman Living Center provides 5.07 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours, 0.51 LPN hours, and 3.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 57.9%.
How many beds does Scotchman Living Center have?▾
Scotchman Living Center has 42 certified beds with an average of 32.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 77% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Scotchman Living Center?▾
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 Scotchman Living Center?▾
On Google Maps, Scotchman Living Center has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.