Quick answers
- Where is Tieszen Memorial Home?
- 312 East State St, Marion, SD 57043, in Turner County, South Dakota.
- What is the phone number of Tieszen Memorial Home?
- (605) 648-3611, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Tieszen Memorial Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Tieszen Memorial Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Tieszen Memorial Home.
- What did inspectors find at Tieszen Memorial Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 23, 2023 to May 28, 2026), Medicare lists 12 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 23, 2023 to May 28, 2026), Tieszen Memorial Home had 12 health citations; the most serious was level E (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 3.64 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: May 28, 2026 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 28, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0804 Level E
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0700 Level D
“Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Previous cycle: December 19, 2024 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 19, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0585 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
Earlier cycle: August 23, 2023 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: August 23, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
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 (3)
K0241 Level C
“Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.”
K0241 Level C
“Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.”
K0241 Level C
“Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.”
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 | 0.72 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.38 | 0.50 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.54 | 2.58 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.64 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.11 | 3.28 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.32 | 0.49 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 40.9% | 48.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 30.0% | 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.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Tieszen Memorial Home Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avel Ecare Medical Group, PC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | November 15, 2021 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 |
| Average residents per day | 56.8 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Tieszen Memorial Home Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1993-06-15 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 312 East State St, Marion, SD 57043 |
| County | Turner County |
| State | South Dakota |
| Phone | (605) 648‑3611 |
| CMS Certification Number | 435069 |
| 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).
- Oakview Terrace10 mi · Freeman, SD · 5 of 5 stars
- Good Samaritan Society Canistota12 mi · Canistota, SD · 2 of 5 stars
- Diamond Care Center15 mi · Bridgewater, SD · 1 of 5 stars
- Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home19 mi · Viborg, SD · 5 of 5 stars
- Menno-Olivet Care Center21 mi · Menno, SD · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Freeman Medical Center - CAH10 mi · Freeman, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Pioneer Memorial Hospital - CAH19 mi · Viborg, SD · Critical Access Hospital
- Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota24 mi · Sioux Falls, SD · Acute Care 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