Davison County, South Dakota · Nursing home
Firesteel Healthcare Center
1 of 5 overall from CMS
1120 East 7th Avenue, Mitchell, SD 57301
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 2.9
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.47 hours Below the state average of 3.79
- Nursing staff who left in a year 55.0% Above the state average of 48.2%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 39 9 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $153,308 6 fines
- Certified beds in use 85.7% of 125 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Firesteel Healthcare Center is a 125-bed nursing home in Mitchell, South Dakota (Davison County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.47 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the South Dakota average of 3.79. CMS lists 6 fines totaling $153,308 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 125
- Residents per day (average)
- 107.1
- Certified since
- 1997 (29 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Evergreen Healthcare Group (43 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Firesteel Healthcare Center
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 6 fines totaling $153,308 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 16 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Jul 30, 2026 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the South Dakota average is 6.7. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 55.0%, above the South Dakota average of 48.2%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 South Dakota average 2.9
- Health inspections 1 of 5 South Dakota average 2.9
- Staffing 2 of 5 South Dakota average 3.5
- Quality measures 2 of 5 South Dakota average 2.7
The vertical line marks the South Dakota average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.47 h South Dakota average 3.79
- Nurse aides 2.40 h South Dakota average 2.52
- Licensed practical nurses 0.56 h South Dakota average 0.47
- Registered nurses 0.51 h South Dakota average 0.80
- All staff, weekends 2.94 h South Dakota average 3.26
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 9 hours. The vertical line marks the South Dakota average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover55.0%
- South Dakota average48.2%
- Registered nurse turnover46.2%
- South Dakota average34.7%
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the South Dakota and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | South Dakota | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 22.6% | 21.3% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.2% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 2.1% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.5% | 5.7% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.3% | 5.5% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 82.1% | 94.9% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 20.8% | 19.4% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 14.0% | 17.4% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.1% | 96.9% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.9% | 4.6% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 26.2% | 25.4% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 24.2% | 24.6% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.60 | 1.52 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.63 | 1.75 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | South Dakota | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 38.6% | 83.5% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.5% | 2.0% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 75.3% | 78.2% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 31.3% | 19.9% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 12.9% | 12.0% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 39 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 9 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 22 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 30, 2026: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | 16 | 6 |
| Apr 25, 2025 | 18 | 3 |
| Jan 4, 2024 | 5 | 1 |
South Dakota homes averaged 6.7 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (39)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Aug 20, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 28, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 1, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 28, 2026)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 9, 2026)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 22, 2025)
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HActual harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance (Jan 21, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 14, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 30, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Past Non-Compliance (Dec 18, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 30, 2025)
Showing the 30 most recent of 39.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2025 | Fine | $42,510 |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Fine | $46,137 |
| Nov 26, 2024 | Fine | $34,320 |
| Oct 17, 2024 | Fine | $6,788 |
| Sep 17, 2024 | Fine | $15,041 |
| May 30, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
South Dakota homes averaged 1.9 fines and $40,815 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within South Dakota
- Size4 of 96 by certified beds
- South Dakota average residents per day52.1
- ChainEvergreen Healthcare Group
- Chain average overall rating2.4 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Davison County2
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Firesteel Healthcare Center?
Firesteel Healthcare Center has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Firesteel Healthcare Center have?
Firesteel Healthcare Center has 125 certified beds. It averages 107.1 residents per day, about 85.7% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Firesteel Healthcare Center?
The home reports 3.47 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.51 hours from registered nurses. The South Dakota average is 3.79 hours and 0.80 hours from registered nurses.
Has Firesteel Healthcare Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 6 fines totaling $153,308 in the past three years.
Does Firesteel Healthcare Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 435109. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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