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Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home

315 North Washington St, Viborg, SD 57070 · Turner County

3.0CMS overall rating(605) 326-5161 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 97% full (45 of 46 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Viborg

Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Viborg, SD, with 46 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.74 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.48 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $32,536 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.74 hrs/resident/day)
•$32,536 in federal fines

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Viborg, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 46
Avg. residents/day: 45
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 435120

Federal quality ratings

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

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

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: 3.74; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.48; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.1%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 1
Federal fines: 1 ($32,536)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-02-21
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (3 citations on record — showing the latest 3). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-21Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2023-10-31Severity J — immediate jeopardyFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2023-10-31Severity J — immediate jeopardyFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

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
2023-10-31	Fine	$32,536

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

315 North Washington St, Viborg, SD

Reviews & reputation

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3.7

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Common questions about Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home

How much does Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home cost?

Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Viborg, 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.

What is Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home?

Staff provide about 3.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home?

Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home has 3 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home have availability?

Typically 97% full (45 of 46 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home offer?

Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home in Viborg, SD offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 46 beds.

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