Occupancy rate
68%
In line with South Dakota averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Avantara Milbank
Nursing Home in South Dakota
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avantara Milbank
Nursing Home in South Dakota
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avantara Milbank is a rehabilitation facility located in Milbank, South Dakota. It offers a range of healthcare services including short-term rehabilitation, post-surgical care, and specialized programs for stroke and cardiac recovery. The facility prides itself on providing quality medical care with a personal touch.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 23m per day
vs South Dakota avg
-10%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
45
Avg. Length of Stay
127 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.5M
Operating loss
-$479.0K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.5M
Operating loss
-$479.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.0M
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with South Dakota averageOccupied beds
30 / 45
Average residents
51 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
CountyGrant
License Number10650
CMS Certification Number435009
Avantara Milbank is administrated by Dorscher, Keisha.
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Rehabilitation, Post-Surgical Care, Stroke & Other Neurological Conditions, Cardiac Care, Oncology Recovery Care, Wound Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Care
Inspection History
In South Dakota, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure is the state agency responsible for conducting unannounced surveys and monitoring facility quality.
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Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
6
South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Total health citations
18
South Dakota average 14.8
Citations per inspection
3
South Dakota average 3.34
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
6
6
233% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8
0 critical citations
6 serious citations
12 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Mar 13, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Mar 13, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around South Dakota The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
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| Avantara Milbank |
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).
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| Avantara Arrowhead |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
74
Employees
42
Contractors
32
Staff to resident ratio
2.11:1
11% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average ratio: 1.91:1
Avg staff/day
17
Average shift
7.6 hours
0% compared with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
11,807
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
35
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
20.5%
2,416 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 11
Registered Nurse: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Licensed Practical Nurse: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 11 | 35 | 4,826 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1,785 | 91 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 5 | 9 | 1,374 | 82 | 90% | 9.7 |
| Administrator | 3 | 0 | 3 | 568 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 565 | 51 | 56% | 8.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 563 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 446 | 64 | 70% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 225 | 53 | 58% | 4.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 209 | 53 | 58% | 3.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 179 | 48 | 53% | 3.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 80 | 29 | 32% | 2.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 24 | 26% | 2.7 |
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
90%
3 Administrator
% of Days
70%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
56%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
62%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
70%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
58%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
58%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
53%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
32%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
26%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
35
Medicare
2
5.7% of residents
Medicaid
25
71.4% of residents
Private pay or other
8
22.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.6
46% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 12.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.8
25% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 23.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.2%
22% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
39.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
39.8%
74% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.5%
16% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
13% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.8%
119% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
14% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 3.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
24% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.2%
101% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.3%
12% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 24.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
68.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
68.6%
28% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 95.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 96.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
30.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
30.9%
63% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 84.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
111% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$79K
98% higher than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: $40K
Number of fines
3
48% more fines than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.0
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$79K
South Dakota average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 18, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 18, 2024
$44K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 8, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 8, 2024
$23K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 8, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 8, 2023
$11K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avantara Milbank based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
67.7%
↓ 1.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$479.0K
↓ ~$471.3K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.2M
↑ ~$220.7K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-6.4%
↓ 6.3pp vs 2022
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