26 Medicare-certified dialysis centers serve South Dakota, averaging 3.8 stars (national average 2.87). Pick a city, or search by ZIP for the closest centers.
Patient deaths (risk-adjusted rate) (lower is better)
17.7
22.2
Hospital admissions (risk-adjusted rate) (lower is better)
110.1
148
Readmitted within 30 days of a hospital stay (lower is better)
24.9%
27.2%
Bloodstream infections (ratio to expected) (lower is better)
1.03
1
Patients dialyzing through an AV fistula
68.8%
57.1%
Patients with a long-term catheter (90+ days) (lower is better)
16.8%
19%
Patients on the kidney transplant waitlist
24.2%
16.5%
Patient rating of the center (ICH-CAHPS, 0–100)
93
88
Centers offering peritoneal dialysis
27%
54%
Centers offering home hemodialysis training
15%
32%
Who runs dialysis centers in South Dakota
Operator
Centers
Share
Independent
15
58%
Sanford Health
4
15%
DaVita
3
12%
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
2
8%
Fresenius Medical Care
1
4%
Veterans Administration
1
4%
Frequently asked questions
How many dialysis centers are in South Dakota?
There are 26 Medicare-certified dialysis centers in South Dakota across 22 cities, with 281 dialysis stations in total, according to the latest CMS data (2026-09-29).
Which dialysis centers in South Dakota are rated highest?
Based on our score, the top-rated dialysis centers in South Dakota are Madison Dialysis of Sanford Health (Madison), Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (Watertown), Avera Dialysis - Wagner (Wagner). See the full South Dakota ranking.
How does South Dakota compare to the national average?
South Dakota dialysis centers average 3.8 stars versus 2.87 nationally, and 65% of rated centers have 4 or 5 stars (national: 25%).
Who owns the dialysis centers in South Dakota?
Independent (15), Sanford Health (4), DaVita (3). 73% of South Dakota centers are non-profit, compared with 10% nationally.