TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER is a 2-star (below average) rated 40-bed nursing home in SISSETON, South Dakota. It has 10 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have been improving over recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated July 2026

tekakwitha living center

6 E CHESTNUT · SISSETON, SD 57262
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
2 / 5
Quality Measures
3 / 5
Trend
improving
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.63
Total Nurse Hours/Day
2.67
RN Turnover
N/A
Total Staff Turnover
N/A
Facility Info
Beds
40
Avg. Residents/Day
41
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
10
Complaint Deficiencies
0
Total Fines
$37,079
Number of Penalties
3

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
July 2024 Fine $30,729
November 2023 Fine $2,117
October 2023 Fine $4,233

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER?
TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars (Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER been fined or penalized?
Yes, TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER has 3 penalty record(s) on file totaling $37,079.
How many deficiencies does TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER have?
TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER has 10 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER compare to other nursing homes in SISSETON?
Visit our SISSETON, South Dakota nursing homes page to see how TEKAKWITHA LIVING CENTER ranks against other facilities in the area.