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Avantara Norton

3600 South Norton Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 · Minnehaha County

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates unrated.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (99 of 110 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A Sioux Falls skilled nursing community awaiting a federal rating

Avantara Norton is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, with 110 certified beds and an average of about 99 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Healthcare network.

This community does not yet carry a Medicare overall star rating — often the case for newer facilities or those with a recent ownership change. We recommend requesting its most recent state survey directly.

Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $153,638 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Not yet assigned a federal overall star rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.73 hrs/resident/day)
•25 deficiencies at last survey
•$153,638 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
•In the CMS Special Focus Facility program

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Sioux Falls options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 110
Avg. residents/day: 99
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Legacy Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 435039

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

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Health inspections

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Staffing

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Quality measures

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Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,570–$10,510/mo (median $9,290)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sioux Falls prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.73; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.64; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.7%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 25
Federal fines: 6 ($153,638)
Total penalties: 6
Last standard survey: 2026-03-31
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (75 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-31Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-03-31Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-03-31Severity G — actual harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2026-03-31Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-03-31Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-03-31Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2026-03-31Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2026-03-31Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-03-05	Fine	$51,376
2024-09-26	Fine	$12,035
2024-07-17	Fine	$12,035
2024-06-20	Fine	$12,035
2024-03-13	Fine	$37,557
2023-10-04	Fine	$28,600

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

3600 South Norton Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Avantara Norton

How much does Avantara Norton cost?

Avantara Norton does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sioux Falls, SD area typically runs $8,570–$10,510 per month (median $9,290, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

How is the staffing at Avantara Norton?

Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Avantara Norton?

Avantara Norton has 75 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Avantara Norton have availability?

Typically 90% full (99 of 110 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Avantara Norton offer?

Avantara Norton in Sioux Falls, SD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 110 beds.

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