Nursing homes in Wakonda, SD
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Wakonda, part of the Clay area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents and families seeking long-term care in Wakonda, South Dakota, can evaluate local options through the CMS Care Compare tool. Located in Clay County, the city serves the 57073 ZIP code with one nursing facility. Wakonda Heritage Manor, operated by Avera Health, currently holds a 4-star overall CMS rating. This facility represents the area's singular choice for skilled nursing, with the local average rating also standing at 4 out of 5 stars.
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avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Wakonda
- All homes in Wakonda score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Wakonda Heritage Manor at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Wakonda
| Wakonda Heritage Manor AVERA HEALTH · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
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