Prairie Lakes Hospital
Watertown, South Dakota · Codington CountyCMS #430005
81 BedsGovernmentRural
Financial Snapshot
-3.8%
Operating Margin
State median: -0.4%
-3.8%
Total Margin
19
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 11
30.8%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 23.5%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes8.8%
Obesity39.8%
Uninsured10.4%
PCPs per 10K9.5
Mental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford Clear Lake Medical Center | 10 | 21.6 mi |
| Milbank Area Hospital/avera Health | 25 | 31.8 mi |
| Sanford Webster Medical Center | 25 | 35.5 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.