Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center
1311 Vander Horck St, Britton, SD 57430
Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Britton, South Dakota. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (605) 448-2251
- Last standard health inspection
- December 4, 2025 (11 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 60
- Residents per day, on average
- 38.1
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Wheatcrest Hills SNF Operations, LLC
- Chain
- Evergreen Healthcare Group
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the South Dakota average (15 vs 18).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 19, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 4, 2025 from $8,525 to $5,541.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 4, 2025 from $83,545 to $8,525.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 30, 2024 from $16,675 to $8,338.
4 citations
Health inspection on December 4, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
37 of 96 South Dakota homes (39%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2025.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2025.
Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2025.
Fine
December 4, 2025 (11 months ago)
CMS fine of $5,541 on December 4, 2025.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 18, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2025.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 10, 2024 from $18,510 to $15,642.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 10, 2024 from $12,355 to $8,031.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 30, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
42 of 96 South Dakota homes (44%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 22, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2023.
Fine
October 30, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $8,338 on October 30, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.
5 citations
Health inspection on July 10, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
42 of 96 South Dakota homes (44%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
Citation F0806. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
1 citation
Fire safety inspection on July 10, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0200. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2024.
Fine
July 10, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $15,643 on July 10, 2024.
Fine
July 10, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $8,031 on July 10, 2024.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 28, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 14, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 17, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 19, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2023.
1 citation
Fire safety inspection on July 19, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- PACIFIC NORTHWEST SNF OPERATIONS HOLDINGS (SD) LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 08/31/2023
- HERZKA, YISROELIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- YENOWITZ, YITZCHOKIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- COUVE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- COUVE HEALTHCARE CONSULTING LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- PACIFIC NORTHWEST OPCO MANAGEMENT LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- SOUTH DAKOTA SNF CONSULTING LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- WHEATCREST HILLS SNF OPERATIONS, LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- HOLLAND, AUTUMNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- LOWE, LEONOROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- MUNDT, ADAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- PURINTUN, SCOTTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- SPIELMAN, SHIMONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
- YENOWITZ, YITZCHOKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/31/2023
Questions
When was Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center last inspected?
CMS lists December 4, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center have?
CMS lists 15 health citations since July 19, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists 4 fines in the past three years, $37,553 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Wheatcrest Hills Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.