nursing home in Platte, SD
Platte Care Center
609 East 7th, Platte, SD 57369 · (605) 337-3131
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Platte Care Center at a glance
Platte Care Center is a 48-bed non-profit nursing home in Platte, South Dakota (Charles Mix County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 5, 2025) found 3 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $20,183.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.9% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 48
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1982
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Charles Mix County
- CMS Certification Number
- 43A072
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.17 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.89 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.72 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.45 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.9% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $20,183 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 48 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 36 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 75.8% | 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) | 8.4% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 14.2% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.8% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.8% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.4% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.7% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.5% | 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) | 2.2% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.3% | 25.4% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 100% | 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) | 100% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 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 | Past Non-Compliance |
| November 5, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | C No harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction |
| November 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2025 |
| November 5, 2025 Standard | 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 December 9, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 December 11, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2024 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $20,183 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 | Fine | $14,015 |
| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $6,168 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Platte Care Center's rating?
Platte Care Center has 5 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 Platte Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Platte Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Platte Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Platte Care Center and how do I contact it?
Platte Care Center is at 609 East 7th, Platte, SD 57369. Phone: (605) 337-3131.
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.