Bethel Lutheran Home

1001 S EGAN AVE, MADISON, South Dakota 57042

Phone: (605) 256-4539

2/5Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 2/5 stars — "Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 4.3 hrs/resident/day is near the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 0.87 hours per resident per day.
Has received 2 fines totaling $56,430 — review the penalties section for details.
12 deficiencies recorded, including 2 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Below Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Above Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	4.29
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.87
Staff Turnover Rate	58.0%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$56,430

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	59
Average Residents/Day	52.1
Ownership Type	Non profit - Church related
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	435076

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Bethel Lutheran Home?

Bethel Lutheran Home has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Bethel Lutheran Home have?

Bethel Lutheran Home is a medium-sized facility with 59 certified beds and an average of 52.1 residents per day. It is located in MADISON, South Dakota.

What is the staffing level at Bethel Lutheran Home?

Bethel Lutheran Home provides 4.29 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.87 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 58.0%.

Has Bethel Lutheran Home received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Bethel Lutheran Home has received 2 fines totaling $56,430 and 2 total penalties. The facility has 12 recorded deficiencies, including 2 severe.

What type of ownership is Bethel Lutheran Home?

Bethel Lutheran Home is classified as "Non profit - Church related" by CMS.

Is Bethel Lutheran Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Bethel Lutheran Home is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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