Oakview Terrace
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Oakview Terrace

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 3

South Dakota average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations
11 Rank #19 / 59Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 59 homes in South Dakota for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Dakota State average, with a ranking across all 59 SD SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Dakota average 14.8

Citations per inspection
3.67 Rank #36 / 59Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 59 homes in South Dakota for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Dakota mean across 59 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Dakota average 3.34


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

9 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.3


Serious health citations
2
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

9 moderate citations South Dakota average: 12.6

0 minor citations South Dakota average: 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 80
Employees 73
Contractors 7
Staff to resident ratio 1.82 : 1
6% fewer staff per resident than South Dakota average
South Dakota average ratio: 1.93 : 1 South Dakota average ratio: 1.93 : 1See full South Dakota ranking
Avg staff/day 23
Average shift 8.2 hours
6% better than South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 7.7 hours South Dakota average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full South Dakota ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 17,411

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info No LPN Staff reported this quarter. 0
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 43 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 43
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

1.4%

236 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 43 0 43 10,662 92 100% 8.8
Registered Nurse 11 0 11 2,240 92 100% 8.9
Medication Aide/Technician 6 0 6 1,130 89 97% 11.6
Other Dietary Services Staff 2 0 2 934 63 68% 8
Mental Health Service Worker 2 0 2 842 64 70% 7.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 480 60 65% 8
Clinical Nurse Specialist 3 0 3 394 49 53% 7.6
Dietitian 1 0 1 330 56 61% 5.9
Occupational Therapy Aide 0 1 1 146 21 23% 7
Administrator 1 0 1 129 24 26% 5.4
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 2 2 40 44 48% 0.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 26 13 14% 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician 2 0 2 21 29 32% 0.7
Medical Director 0 1 1 15 3 3% 5
Speech Language Pathologist 1 0 1 14 15 16% 1
Qualified Social Worker 0 2 2 8 11 12% 0.8
43 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 97%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 68%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 53%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 61%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
1 Administrator
% of Days 26%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 48%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 14%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 32%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 16%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 12%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 $21K Rank #35 / 59Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 59 homes in South Dakota for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Dakota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 59 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
48% lower than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: $40K

Number of fines 2
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.0

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $21K
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

Jan 18, 2024 · $11K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 18, 2024
$11K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 4.7
61% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 12.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.9
34% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 23.9

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
65% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.3%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.3%
46% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 27.5%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.6%
48% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 3.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.9%
84% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.1%
49% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.9%
31% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 24.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
5% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 95.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 96.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.18
88% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.51

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.51
72% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.85

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
18% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 84.4%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 44
Medicare
3
6.8% of residents
Medicaid
19
43.2% of residents
Private pay or other
22
50% 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.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in South Dakota

Oakview Terrace is located in Freeman, South Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Dakota.

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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).
SD

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
SD

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).
SD

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.
SD

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.
SD

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
SD

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.
SD

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.
SD

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).
SD

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.
SD

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

Compare Nursing Home around South Dakota

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

4 facilities compared · CMS & SD Dept. of Health data

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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
Oakview Terrace
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.

Freeman
45
Facility 45
SD AVG 69
Rank #82 / 117
- - 4.79 +24% +10% $20.7k 11 3.7 2 42
26
Facility 26
SD AVG 39
Rank #106 / 159
- - - - 435112
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

Frequently Asked Questions about Oakview Terrace

Is Oakview Terrace in a walkable area?

Oakview Terrace has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Oakview Terrace?

According to SD state health department records, Oakview Terrace's license number is 10621.

When does Oakview Terrace's license expire?

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

Who is the administrator of Oakview Terrace?

Courtney Unruh is the administrator of Oakview Terrace.

How many beds does Oakview Terrace have?

Oakview Terrace has 45 beds.

What is the address of Oakview Terrace?

Oakview Terrace is located at 510 E 8th St.

What is the phone number of Oakview Terrace?

(605) 925-4000 will put you in contact with the team at Oakview Terrace.

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