Quick answers
- Where is Avera Oahe Manor?
- 700 E Garfield, Gettysburg, SD 57442, in Potter County, South Dakota.
- What is the phone number of Avera Oahe Manor?
- (605) 765-2461, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Avera Oahe Manor?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Avera Oahe Manor been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Avera Oahe Manor.
- What did inspectors find at Avera Oahe Manor?
- In its last three inspection cycles (January 25, 2024 to August 20, 2026), Medicare lists 15 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (January 25, 2024 to August 20, 2026), Avera Oahe Manor had 15 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.29 hours per resident per day; the South Dakota average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: August 20, 2026 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 20, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 20, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0578 Level E
“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.”
F0605 Level D
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
Previous cycle: July 31, 2025 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 31, 2025 (standard health inspection); September 4, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0727 Level F
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
F0657 Level E
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Earlier cycle: January 25, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 25, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0655 Level E
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0909 Level E
“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.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (4)
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0916 Level D
“Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.”
K0241 Level C
“Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.”
K0293 Level C
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | South Dakota | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.92 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.09 | 0.50 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.28 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.29 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.57 | 3.28 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.61 | 0.49 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 44.4% | 48.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 16.7% | 37.5% | 42.5% |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 |
| Average residents per day | 33.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1991-07-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 700 E Garfield, Gettysburg, SD 57442 |
| County | Potter County |
| State | South Dakota |
| Phone | (605) 765‑2461 |
| CMS Certification Number | 43A113 |
| Name in Medicare records | AVERA OAHE MANOR |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Avera Missouri River Health Center8.2 mi · Gettysburg, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Bowdle Hospital - CAH33 mi · Bowdle, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Faulkton Area Medical Center40 mi · Faulkton, SD · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13