Quick answers
- Where is Platte Care Center?
- 609 East 7th, Platte, SD 57369, in Charles Mix County, South Dakota.
- What is the phone number of Platte Care Center?
- (605) 337-3131, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Platte Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Platte Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $13,176.
- What did inspectors find at Platte Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (July 26, 2023 to February 4, 2026), Medicare lists 8 health citations; the most serious was level G. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (July 26, 2023 to February 4, 2026), Platte Care Center had 8 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $13,176 in total (2 fines, the latest on February 4, 2026). Nurse staffing is 4.03 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: November 5, 2025 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 5, 2025 (standard health inspection); February 4, 2026 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0552 Level D
“Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Previous cycle: November 20, 2024 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 20, 2024 (complaint investigation); November 20, 2024 (standard health inspection); February 5, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 4 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: July 26, 2023 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 26, 2023 (standard health inspection).
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 (2)
K0291 Level C
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0712 Level D
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $13,176 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 | Fine | $7,008 |
| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $6,168 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
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 | 0.77 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.64 | 0.50 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.62 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.03 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.23 | 3.28 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.51 | 0.49 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 45.5% | 48.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 14.3% | 37.5% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
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 | 48 |
| Average residents per day | 37 |
| Takes part in | Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1982-07-01 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 609 East 7th, Platte, SD 57369 |
| County | Charles Mix County |
| State | South Dakota |
| Phone | (605) 337‑3131 |
| CMS Certification Number | 43A072 |
| 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.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Lake Andes Senior Living22 mi · Lake Andes, SD · 4 of 5 stars
- Aurora Brule Nursing Home Inc24 mi · White Lake, SD · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Platte Health Center0.0 mi · Platte, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Douglas County Memorial Hospital-Cah25 mi · Armour, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Community Memorial Hospital27 mi · Burke, 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