nursing home in Beresford, SD
Bethesda of Beresford
606 W Cedar, Beresford, SD 57004 · (605) 763-2050
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bethesda of Beresford at a glance
Bethesda of Beresford is a 39-bed non-profit nursing home in Beresford, South Dakota (Union County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 13, 2025) found 6 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,088.
Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 39
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435080
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.69 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.15 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.10 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 69 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,088 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 39 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.4% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.3% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.5% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.7% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.9% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 26.3% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.3% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 68.6% | 83.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 4, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2026 |
| August 13, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| August 8, 2024 Complaint | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | 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. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0575 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| April 5, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 5, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 5, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 5, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 5, 2023 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $16,088 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 4, 2023 | Fine | $16,088 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BETHESDA OF BERESFORD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/19/2009 |
| BETHESDA OF BERESFORD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2009 |
| CARING PROFESSIONALS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/25/2025 |
| HANSEN, CHRIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2021 |
| ROHLFS, KARSTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| SENGER, BRITNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2021 |
| CHADWELL, DEAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| SAVEY, AMELIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| HANSEN, CHRIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2021 |
| CARING PROFESSIONALS INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2021 |
| HANSEN, CHRIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2021 |
| ROHLFS, KARSTEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| SENGER, BRITNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bethesda of Beresford's rating?
Bethesda of Beresford has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Bethesda of Beresford receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bethesda of Beresford accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Bethesda of Beresford?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bethesda of Beresford and how do I contact it?
Bethesda of Beresford is at 606 W Cedar, Beresford, SD 57004. Phone: (605) 763-2050.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.