Avantara North

Q: What neighborhood is Avantara North in?

Avantara North is in the North 7th Street neighborhood of 1620 North 7th St. Rapid City.

Q: Is Avantara North in a walkable area?

Avantara North has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Avantara North?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara North's license number is 10665.

Q: When does Avantara North's license expire?

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

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Avantara North?

Avantara North's occupancy is 87%.

Q: Does Avantara North operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Avantara North is registered as a for-profit in SD.

Q: Who is the administrator of Avantara North?

Celina Block is the administrator of Avantara North.

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Rapid City, SD

CMS overall rating

1620 North 7Th St, Rapid City, SD 57701 View map

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Avantara North accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Avantara North accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Avantara North

Operating a 68-bed nursing home at 1620 North 7th Street in Rapid City’s North 7th Street neighborhood, Avantara North serves residents under administrator Celina Block’s leadership.

The privately owned facility, operational since early 2025, accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents and maintains 87% occupancy; exceeding South Dakota’s average of 79.9%. Average resident stay extends to 151 days.

CMS assigns a 2-star overall rating, 20.3% below state average, driven by health inspection performance rated 2 stars (21.6% below state) and below-average quality measures.

Conversely, staffing earns a 3-star rating, 4.5% above state benchmarks, as does quality measures at 3 stars with 9.9% above-state performance. Total nursing care averages 3 hours 7 minutes per resident daily, falling 17% below the state average. Weekend nursing drops to 2 hours 32 minutes daily, 23% below state norms. Staff-to-resident ratio of 1.32:1 underperforms the state standard of 1.93:1 by 31%, indicating concentrated staffing constraints.

Rehabilitation programming encompasses post-surgical recovery, short-term skilled rehabilitation, stroke and neurological care, cardiac services, oncology recovery, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pulmonary support. Respite care and on-site salon services complement clinical offerings. Wi-Fi access and community spaces support resident engagement.

Five inspections since 2022 identified 20 health citations with no critical findings. One $12,000 federal penalty was imposed in October 2024.

Clinical strengths include zero reported depressive symptoms and minimal antipsychotic use (10.0%, well below state average of 24.4%). Walking ability decline at 37.2% significantly exceeds state benchmarks.

The location sits 1.4 miles from downtown and adjacent to Black Hills Urgent Care (0.37 miles). Walk score of 39 indicates somewhat walkable surroundings dependent on transportation for most errands.

Avantara North operates as a newly established short-stay rehabilitation facility managing competing staffing constraints against selected clinical outcome advantages.

Facility Direct Line (605) 343-4958

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to South Dakota state averages

Total nursing care / resident

3h 7m per day

This facility South Dakota avg (4h 20m per day)

vs South Dakota avg

-28%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +22% above state avg

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	1h 0m per day	▲ 21% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	11m per day	▼ 63% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	1h 47m per day	▼ 31% State avg: 2h 34m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	2h 28m per day	▼ 27% State avg: 3h 23m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	3m per day	▼ 9% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	38m per day	▲ 22% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

151 days

68-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 39 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

87%

Higher than the South Dakota average: 79.9%

Occupied beds

59 / 68

Average occupied beds in South Dakota homes 51 beds

Facility TypeNursing Home

IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025

ExpirationJune 30, 2026 Expired

CountyPennington

License Number10665

Accreditations2023 AHCA Bronze award

Avantara North is administered by Celina Block.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Inspections since 2022

Total health inspections 5

South Dakota average 4.5

Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations

South Dakota average 14.8

Citations per inspection

South Dakota average 3.34

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

12 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Critical health citations

100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.3

Serious health citations

11% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8

0 critical citations South Dakota average: 0.3

2 serious citations South Dakota average: 1.8

18 moderate citations South Dakota average: 12.6

0 minor citations South Dakota average: 0

Citations history (last 4 years)

Infection Control moderate citation Aug 07, 2025

Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Aug 07, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Aug 07, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 07, 2025

Corrected

Total staff 82

Employees 67

Contractors 15

Staff to resident ratio 1.32 : 1

31% fewer staff per resident than South Dakota average

Avg staff/day 30

Average shift 8 hours

0% compared with South Dakota average

Total staff hours (quarter) 22,040

Nursing staff breakdown

8.9 hours

8.2 hours

8.7 hours

Contractor staffing

2,170 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	27	0	27	9,437	92	100%	8.7
Registered Nurse	13	0	13	4,369	92	100%	8.9
Medication Aide/Technician	13	0	13	1,491	92	100%	7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist	3	0	3	1,232	85	92%	6.3
Physical Therapy Aide	0	2	2	796	85	92%	7
Licensed Practical Nurse	4	0	4	640	58	63%	8.2
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	488	61	66%	8
Dental Services Staff	1	0	1	488	61	66%	8
Dietitian	1	0	1	472	59	64%	8
Administrator	1	0	1	464	58	63%	8
RN Director of Nursing	1	0	1	436	55	60%	7.9
Qualified Social Worker	0	3	3	435	68	74%	4.8
Speech Language Pathologist	0	1	1	400	58	63%	6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff	2	0	2	354	52	57%	6.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	4	4	285	51	55%	5.6
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	5	5	254	48	52%	5.3

27 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

13 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

13 Medication Aide/Technician

% of Days 100%

3 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 92%

2 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 92%

4 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 63%

1 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 66%

1 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 66%

1 Dietitian

% of Days 64%

1 Administrator

% of Days 63%

1 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 60%

3 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 74%

1 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 63%

2 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 57%

4 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 55%

5 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 52%

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Total fines amount $12K

69% lower than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: $40K

Number of fines 1

51% fewer fines than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 2.0

Payment Denials 0

In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.0

Fines amount comparison

This facility $12K

South Dakota average $40K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Oct 7, 2024 · $12K

Civil Money Penalty Oct 7, 2024

$12K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 15.7

31% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 12.0

Functional decline score 31.0

30% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 23.9

Long-stay resident measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 29.4%

32% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.3%

Walking Ability Worsened 37.2%

63% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 26.4%

In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury 2.6%

48% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.8%

51% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection 3.7%

5% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 3.5%

Lost Too Much Weight 2.5%

54% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms 0.0%

100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.1%

Antipsychotic Use 10.0%

59% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 24.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 96.5%

In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 95.7%

Influenza Vaccine 95.2%

In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 96.9%

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 85.7%

In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 84.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine 86.1%

10% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 78.2%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

29% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Total residents 62

Medicare

6.5% of residents

Medicaid

67.7% of residents

Private pay or other

25.8% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Avantara North from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Occupancy Rate 88.6% ↑ 6.4pp vs 2022

Net Patient Income $424.2K ↑ ~$61.7K vs 2022

Payroll Costs $3.8M ↑ ~$195.8K vs 2022

Operating Margin 6.0% ↑ 0.4pp vs 2022

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	91.0%	91.0%	91.1%	95.2%	97.1%	96.8%	89.0%	83.3%	87.8%	78.4%	75.8%	82.2%	88.6%
Beds	72	72	68	68	68	68	69	69	69	69	69	69	68
Net Income	$883,133	$492,086	$213,019	-$8,009	$208,876	-$110,590	-$1,502,537	-$705,547	-$313,393	$191,632	$1,033,757	$362,576	$427,777
Gross Revenue	$7,361,331	$7,138,700	$6,964,354	$6,992,899	$7,047,223	$6,500,117	$6,282,120	$5,725,087	$4,912,306	$9,939,040	$11,032,751	$10,900,872	$11,409,575
Operating Expenses	$4,431,317	$4,470,350	$4,620,069	$4,890,620	$4,863,611	$4,917,947	$6,278,585	$5,290,714	$3,026,455	$6,042,710	$5,681,076	$6,126,946	$6,656,068
Net Patient Income	$841,841	$402,017	$146,631	-$98,751	$139,138	-$179,777	-$1,513,100	-$1,231,460	-$314,360	-$305,925	-$198,329	$362,555	$424,237
Net Patient Revenue	$5,273,158	$4,872,367	$4,766,700	$4,791,869	$5,002,749	$4,738,170	$4,765,485	$4,059,254	$2,712,095	$5,736,785	$5,482,747	$6,489,501	$7,080,305
Payroll Costs	$1,954,941	$1,988,919	$2,020,655	$2,266,968	$2,404,573	$2,396,825	$4,167,830	$3,259,229	$1,817,063	$3,536,972	$3,133,624	$3,578,251	$3,774,014
Operating Margin %	16.0%	8.3%	3.1%	-2.1%	2.8%	-3.8%	-31.8%	-30.3%	-11.6%	-5.3%	-3.6%	5.6%	6.0%
Medicare %	18.2%	17.3%	15.1%	17.2%	18.6%	12.3%	13.9%	13.3%	14.1%	19.4%	21.8%	13.3%	15.3%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	65.1%	0.0%	59.0%	49.9%	51.5%	53.9%	52.5%
Private %	81.8%	82.7%	84.9%	82.8%	81.4%	87.7%	21.1%	86.7%	26.9%	30.6%	26.7%	32.8%	32.2%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$221	$203	$201	$203	$208	$197	$213	$194	$243	$290	$287	$314	$322
Cost/Day	$185	$186	$195	$207	$202	$204	$280	$252	$272	$305	$298	$296	$303
Avg Length of Stay	146.7 days	135.5 days	185.5 days	161.9 days	113.1 days	218.9 days	180.8 days	177.7 days	146.6 days	128.6 days	110.9 days	144.7 days	150.6 days

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Net patient revenue

$7.1M

Net patient income

$424.2K

For-profit Operated by a single business entity.

Net patient revenue

$7.1M

Net patient income

$424.2K

Other income

$3.5K

Payroll costs

$3.8M 53.3% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$2.9M

Total costs

$6.7M

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (59% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 59%

Private pay 29%

Medicaid 12%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 34%

Private pay 38%

Medicaid 29%

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Nursing Home Explorer

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

What neighborhood is Avantara North in?

Avantara North is in the North 7th Street neighborhood of 1620 North 7th St. Rapid City.

Is Avantara North in a walkable area?

Avantara North has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Avantara North?

According to SD state health department records, Avantara North's license number is 10665.

When does Avantara North's license expire?

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

What is the occupancy rate at Avantara North?

Avantara North's occupancy is 87%.

Does Avantara North operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Avantara North is registered as a for-profit in SD.

Who is the administrator of Avantara North?

Celina Block is the administrator of Avantara North.

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Avantara North

Overview of Avantara North

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About this community

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Citations history (last 4 years)

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

27 Certified Nursing Assistant

13 Registered Nurse

13 Medication Aide/Technician

3 Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 Physical Therapy Aide

4 Licensed Practical Nurse

1 Nurse Practitioner

1 Dental Services Staff

1 Dietitian

1 Administrator

1 RN Director of Nursing

3 Qualified Social Worker

1 Speech Language Pathologist

2 Other Dietary Services Staff

4 Respiratory Therapy Technician

5 Physical Therapy Assistant

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Fines amount comparison

Penalty History

Quality of care over time

Long-stay resident measures

Short-stay resident measures

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

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Facility Characteristics

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Nurse Aide Training

Active Resident Council

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Financial Performance

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Payer Mix (percentage)

Finances and operations

Who this home usually serves

Mostly short-term rehab stays

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Financial Assistance for Nursing Home in South Dakota

Home and Community Based Services Waiver

South Dakota Elderly Services Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

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

Property Tax Reduction Program

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

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