Avantara Huron

Q: Is Avantara Huron in a walkable area?

Avantara Huron has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the license number of Avantara Huron?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara Huron's license number is 10633.

Q: When does Avantara Huron's license expire?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara Huron's license expires on June 30, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Avantara Huron?

Avantara Huron's occupancy is 70%.

Q: Who is the administrator of Avantara Huron?

Laurie Solem is the administrator of Avantara Huron.

Q: Are there photos of Avantara Huron?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Avantara Huron in the photo gallery on this page.

Overview of Avantara Huron

Avantara Huron is a privately owned nursing home in Huron, South Dakota, that provides short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and specialized recovery programs. The 80-bed community is administered by Laurie Solem and has received the AHCA Bronze Quality Award in 2022 in recognition of its quality improvement efforts. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay options are also accepted.

Confirmed programs include short-term rehabilitation, cardiac recovery, orthopedic recovery, pulmonary rehabilitation, and wound care management. These specialized services support residents recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization and position the community as a post-acute care provider for a range of medical needs.

The community is currently operating at a 70% occupancy rate, which is lower than the state average and suggests availability. Average stays extend to approximately 151 days, indicating a blend of both longer-term nursing support and shorter rehabilitation-focused stays. The resident population also reflects a balanced combination of payers, with Medicaid representing a significant portion of admissions.

Avantara Huron is a compelling option for older adults seeking skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, or specialized recovery support for cardiac, orthopedic, pulmonary, or wound care needs within a community that demonstrates meaningful staffing investment and clinical service diversity in Huron and the surrounding Beadle County area.

(605) 352-8471

Capacity and availability

151 days

80-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 68 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

70%

Lower than the South Dakota average: 79.9%

Occupied beds

56 / 80

Average occupied beds in South Dakota homes 51 beds

Facility TypeNursing Home

StatusActive

IssuanceJuly 1, 2025

ExpirationJune 30, 2026

CountyBeadle

License Number10633

CMS Certification Number435020

AccreditationsAHCA Bronze 2022

Avantara Huron is administrated by Laurie Solem.

Rehabilitation Services

Short-Term Rehab

Specific ProgramsShort-Term Rehabilitation, Cardiac Recovery Care, Orthopedic Recovery Care, Pulmonary Recovery Care

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Private pay

24% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

41% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Avantara Huron based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 36.8% ↓ 30.8pp vs 2021

Net Income -$702.5K ↓ ~$898.7K vs 2021

Total Payroll $1.5M ↓ ~$188.9K vs 2021

Profit Margin -32.5% ↓ 36.9pp vs 2021

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022
Occupancy %	91.9%	92.2%	89.9%	93.2%	95.4%	95.2%	88.8%	78.8%	86.0%	78.1%	67.6%	36.8%
Beds	1,130	46	46	45	45	45	45	45	45	45	45	45
Net Income	-$91,899	-$128,203	-$254,675	-$160,800	$18,268	-$223,846	-$193,617	-$67,426	-$363,230	$244,958	$196,201	-$702,471
Gross Revenue	$3,202,264	$3,084,579	$3,282,932	$3,523,636	$3,897,215	$3,784,539	$3,643,267	$3,044,631	$2,666,072	$5,055,402	$4,475,616	$2,162,899
Operating Expenses	$2,579,997	$2,553,174	$2,726,801	$2,837,608	$2,972,511	$3,121,225	$3,103,214	$2,687,926	$1,866,013	$3,247,834	$2,847,323	$2,236,653
Net Patient Revenue	$2,471,626	$2,386,015	$2,454,496	$2,663,293	$2,975,592	$2,884,245	$2,909,531	$2,455,004	$1,477,603	$2,940,603	$2,490,665	$1,533,134
Total Payroll	$1,482,424	$1,510,890	$1,669,920	$1,603,652	$1,730,816	$1,882,251	$2,067,836	$1,703,254	$1,327,764	$2,174,962	$1,719,879	$1,530,954
Profit Margin %	-2.9%	-4.2%	-7.8%	-4.6%	0.5%	-5.9%	-5.3%	-2.2%	-13.6%	4.9%	4.4%	-32.5%
Medicare %	7.7%	5.7%	7.6%	8.7%	10.5%	5.8%	11.1%	9.6%	9.2%	9.3%	8.0%	4.6%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	58.1%	0.0%	62.0%	57.3%	61.1%	62.9%
Private %	92.3%	94.3%	92.4%	91.3%	89.5%	94.2%	30.8%	90.4%	28.8%	33.4%	30.8%	32.6%
Revenue/Day	$158	$154	$163	$172	$190	$184	$200	$190	$208	$229	$224	$254
Cost/Day	$165	$165	$181	$183	$190	$199	$213	$208	$262	$253	$257	$370
Avg Length of Stay	460.9 days	352.7 days	295.8 days	408.4 days	333.5 days	461.3 days	217.7 days	226.9 days	245.6 days	273.6 days	209.4 days	151.0 days

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$2.2M

Operating loss

-$702.5K

Privately-owned community

Home revenue

$2.2M

Operating loss

-$702.5K

Payroll costs

$1.5M

70.7% of revenue

Other operating costs

$1.3M

Total costs $2.9M

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

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Home and Community Based Services Waiver

SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General South Dakota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

South Dakota Elderly Services Program

SD ESP

Age 60+

General South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits

In-home care (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General SD resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General SD resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, propane; weatherization add-on available.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; SD resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General SD resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Reduction Program

South Dakota Property Tax Reduction from Municipal Taxes

Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1

General SD resident entire prior year, homeowner/renter.

Income Limits (2025) ~$20,192/year (single), ~$24,679/year (multiple-member household).

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Refunds up to $575; ~10,000 seniors benefit annually.

Benefits

Tax refund (~$250-$575/year based on income)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Dakota SFMNP

Age 60+

General SD resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually via 6 AAAs.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens

South Dakota Property Tax Freeze

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General SD resident 200+ days prior year, homeowner.

Income Limits (2025) ~$35,000/year (single), ~$45,000/year (multiple-member household).

Asset Limits Property value < $250,000 (single), $300,000 (multiple).

Saves ~$300-$600/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits

Assessment freeze (~$300-$600/year savings)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

South Dakota OAA Services

Age 60+

General SD resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged for some services.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits

Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

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The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.

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Avera Maryhouse		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Pierre	67 Facility 67 SD AVG 69 Rank #49 / 117	-	-	5.30				+18%	+22%	$0	9	2.3	-	58	60 Facility 60 SD AVG 39 Rank #39 / 159	-	-	-	-	435034
Fountain Springs Healthcare Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Rapid City	10 Facility 10 SD AVG 69 Rank #116 / 117	87.3%	+9%	3.82				-2%	-12%	$32.3k	11	1.6	2	86	16 Facility 16 SD AVG 39 Rank #120 / 159	-	$8.8M	$4.4M	50.3%	435110
Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Aberdeen	81 Facility 81 SD AVG 69 Rank #32 / 117	-	-	4.62				-24%	+6%	$20.6k	12	1.7	3	77	31 Facility 31 SD AVG 39 Rank #93 / 159	-	-	-	-	435042
Avantara Huron	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Huron	80 Facility 80 SD AVG 69 Rank #34 / 117	69.6%	-13%	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	65	68 Facility 68 SD AVG 39 Rank #22 / 159	#N/A	$2.2M	$1.5M	70.7%	435057

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Is Avantara Huron in a walkable area?

Avantara Huron has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Avantara Huron?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara Huron's license number is 10633.

When does Avantara Huron's license expire?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara Huron's license expires on June 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Avantara Huron?

Avantara Huron's occupancy is 70%.

Who is the administrator of Avantara Huron?

Laurie Solem is the administrator of Avantara Huron.

How many beds does Avantara Huron have?

Avantara Huron has 80 beds.

Are there photos of Avantara Huron?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Avantara Huron in the photo gallery on this page.

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