Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home

2500 MINNEKAHTA AVENUE, HOT SPRINGS, South Dakota 57747

Phone: (605) 745-5127

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 8.6 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.44 hours per resident per day.
Has received 1 fine totaling $39,293 — review the penalties section for details.
15 deficiencies recorded, including 2 severe.
CMS records show an abuse-related flag for this facility. Contact the state ombudsman for details.

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)	8.62
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.44
Staff Turnover Rate	N/A
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$39,293

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	78
Average Residents/Day	59.2
Ownership Type	Government - State
Provider Type	Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Both
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	43A136

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans 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 Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home have?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home is a medium-sized facility with 78 certified beds and an average of 59.2 residents per day. It is located in HOT SPRINGS, South Dakota.

What is the staffing level at Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home provides 8.62 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.44 per resident per day.

Has Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home has received 1 fine totaling $39,293 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 15 recorded deficiencies, including 2 severe.

What type of ownership is Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home is classified as "Government - State" by CMS.

Is Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Michael J Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home is certified as "Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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