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Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

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Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital, founded in 1985, is a physician-owned facility in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With 33 overnight rooms and 15 operating rooms, it specializes in orthopedics, pain management, and imaging services. The hospital has received awards for patient safety and experience from Healthgrades, and is known for its advanced surgical and diagnostic capabilities.

NPI Number : 1316946809

910 E 20th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

(605) 334-6730

www.sfsh.com

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Departments

Orthopedics

Pain Management

Gastroenterology

Urology

Ear, Nose and Throat

Urgent Care

Family Medicine

Occupational Health

Imaging

Appointment Information

Department	Online Scheduling	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In	Same-Day Appointments
Family Medicine	Yes	(605) 444-8650	No	Yes
Urgent Care	No	(605) 444-8860	Yes	Yes
Imaging	No	(605) 444-8600	No	Yes
Surgery	No	(605) 334-6730	No	No
Pain Management	No	(605) 334-6730	No	No

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Options
General Inpatient	- Two healthy visitors per patient from 6 AM - 6 PM - One overnight guest allowed for inpatients - Visiting hours 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM daily
Outpatient	- Walk-in visits allowed during business hours - Same-day appointments available
Phone Scheduling	- Call (605) 334-6730 to schedule visits - Phone hours 6 AM - 6 PM, Monday-Friday
Virtual Visits	- Online patient portal available 24/7 - Video visits offered for some appointments

Important Doctors

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Area of Expertise
Jennifer Rusk	Director of Human Resources	Human Resources, Staffing
Jon Crow	Director of Operations	Hospital Operations, Facilities Management
Amy Barnett	Director, Orthopedic Service Line	Orthopedics, Service Line Management
Brad Darger	Director, Environmental Services	Environmental Services, Sanitation
Cade Berry	Compliance Officer	Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management
Heidi Johnston	Clinical Manager	Clinical Operations, Patient Care

Average Salary

Department	Service	Average Cost	Notes
Cardiology	Angioplasty	$28,000 - $35,000	Varies based on complexity
Cardiology	EKG	$250 - $400	Outpatient procedure
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan	$1,500 - $3,000	With/without contrast
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$5,000 - $10,000	Per session, varies by drug
Orthopedics	Total Knee Replacement	$35,000 - $50,000	Includes hospital stay
Outpatient	Physical Therapy Session	$100 - $250	Per hour

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Free or discounted care for uninsured/underinsured patients who qualify based on income
Sliding Scale Discounts	50-75% discounts for patients with income 200-400% of Federal Poverty Level
SYNERGY HomeCare	In-home care services including personal assistance, companionship, live-in help
Specialized Care Programs	Disability care, cancer care, Alzheimer´s care, Parkinson´s care, end-of-life care
Physical Therapy	Tailored Rehabilitation programs for recovery and improved mobility
Recovery Care Unit	On-site accommodations for patients requiring overnight or inpatient stays
Urgent Care	Affordable care for non-emergency conditions
RightTransitions	Hospital to home transitional care program

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details
Interest-Free Payment Plans	Customized plans with no interest charges
Extended Payment Terms	Up to 60 months to pay
Income-Based Plans	Payment amounts based on household income
CareCredit Financing	Third-party medical credit card option
Charity Care	Discounts for qualifying low-income patients
Upfront Discounts	Discounts for paying full amount before procedure

Accepted Insurance Companies

Medicaid

Medicare

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Services
Billing Office	- Assistance with billing questions - Payment plan options - Financial assistance policy information - Help applying for financial assistance
Financial Counseling	- Cost estimates before treatment - Explanation of insurance coverage - Information on charity care programs - Guidance on government assistance programs
Pre-Authorization	- Insurance verification - Pre-treatment cost estimates - Explanation of out-of-pocket costs

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation	Details
Physical Accessibility	Accessible parking, route, entrance, and restrooms
Assistive Devices	Wheelchairs available
Communication Aids	Sign language interpreters, written information in other formats
Priority Services	Assistance with check-in and navigation
Staff Training	Disability awareness and inclusive care training for staff

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
All Departments	- Follow My Health patient portal for accessing health records and paying bills - Online appointment scheduling - Secure messaging with providers
Imaging	- Online viewing of imaging results - Remote radiology consultations
Orthopedics	- Remote physical therapy sessions - Wearable devices for tracking mobility and recovery
Pain Management	- Mobile app for pain tracking - Telemedicine follow-up appointments
Primary Care	- Virtual visits for non-emergency care - Remote chronic disease management
Surgery	- Pre-operative virtual education sessions - Post-operative remote monitoring
Urgent Care	- Online check-in and wait time estimates - Video visits for minor conditions

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Program
Family Medicine	Residency program with rotations at Sanford USD Medical Center and Avera Health
Internal Medicine	Residency program with rotations at Sanford USD Medical Center
Cardiovascular Disease	Fellowship program at Sanford Heart Hospital
Gastroenterology	Fellowship program at Sanford Center for Digestive Health
Transitional Year	Residency program with rotations at Sanford USD Medical Center and Avera Health
Medical Student Rotations	Clinical rotations for 3rd and 4th year medical students
Continuing Medical Education	Seminars and conferences for practicing physicians
Nursing Education	Clinical training for nursing students

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Project	Impact
Cardiology	Clinical trial on new blood pressure medication	Potential to improve hypertension treatment
Orthopedics	Development of 3D-printed joint implants	Customized implants for better patient outcomes
Neurology	Study on early detection of Alzheimer´s disease	Earlier intervention and treatment planning
Pulmonology	Clinical trial for new COPD therapy	Improved quality of life for COPD patients
Radiology	Development of AI-assisted imaging analysis	Faster and more accurate diagnoses
Surgery	Robotic-assisted minimally invasive procedures	Reduced recovery time and complications

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliation/Program
Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology Associates, Inc.
Cardiology	Medical Facilities Corporation
Clinical Services	The Joint Commission Accreditation
Education	EDGE (Employee-Driven Group Events)
Hospital Administration	Medical Facilities Corporation
Imaging	Midwest Imaging
Occupational Health	WorkFORCE
Orthopedics	Castle Connolly Top Doctors
Pain Management	Midwest Pain Specialists
Nursing	Select Medical Greatest Workplace for Women

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Hospital	Specialty Hospital Licensure	South Dakota Department of Health
Orthotics and Prosthetics	ABC Accreditation	American Board of Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Quality and Leadership	CQL Accreditation	Council on Quality and Leadership
Special Education	Specialty School Accreditation	National Commission for the Accreditation of Special Education
Home and Community Services	HCBS Provider Certification	South Dakota Department of Human Services
Intermediate Care Facility	ICF-ID Certification	South Dakota Department of Human Services

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Imaging	Radiologic Technologist Internship
Inpatient Care	Nursing Assistant Observation
Nursing	Student Registered Nurse Clinical Internship
Operating Room	Certified Surgical Technologist Internship

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Cancer Care	Women´s Choice Award
Hospital Overall	5-Star Rating from HCAHPS (2016)
Hospital Overall	Outstanding Patient Experience Award (2024, 2023, 2022)
Minimally Invasive Surgery	Women´s Choice Award (Top 1% of Hospitals)
Orthopedics	Women´s Choice Award (Top 1% of Hospitals)
Patient Experience	Women´s Choice Award
Patient Safety	Patient Safety Excellence Award

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Anesthesiology	No
Cardiology	No
Family Medicine	No
General Surgery	No
Internal Medicine	No
Pathology	No
Pharmacy	No
Radiology	No
Urgent Care	No

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship
General Surgery	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Pharmacy	PGY1 Residency
Family Medicine	Residency

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department	Service/Support Option
Billing Office	Financial assistance policy
Billing Office	Payment plans
Emergency Department	Emergency care provided regardless of ability to pay
Financial Services	Discounts for uninsured patients
Financial Services	Sliding scale fees based on income
Patient Services	Assistance applying for Medicaid/Medicare
Patient Services	Referrals to community health clinics
Social Work	Guidance on health insurance options
Urgent Care	Lower-cost alternative to ER for non-emergencies

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner
Sanford Research	Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
Medical Education	University of South Dakota - Sanford School of Medicine
Medical Education	University of North Dakota - School of Medicine
Genomics Research	Sanford Health
Oncology Research	National Cancer Institute

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
General	P.R.I.D.E. program - Personalized Responsive Innovative Care Dedicated to Excellence
Nursing	Student RN Clinical Internship program for summer 2025
Nursing	Mentoring and guidance provided by registered nurses to new hires
All Departments	EDGE program - Employee-Driven Group Events for community service and team building
All Departments	Structured mentorship meetings 1-2 times per year based on faculty rank
All Departments	Web-based annual Faculty Development Professional Questionnaire
All Departments	Career development forms to set and track goals with mentors

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

0.1 mi

4.3

The Center Inn

Free continental breakfast, guest laundry facilities, free WiFi

1.0 mi

4.5

Hotel on Phillips

Historic building, modern rooms, downtown location

1.0 mi

4.4

Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown

Indoor pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant

0.9 mi

4.2

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sioux Falls, SD

Indoor pool, fitness center, free breakfast

1.0 mi

4.1

Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre

Indoor pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant

1.0 mi

Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center

Connected to convention center, indoor pool, fitness center

Florists and Gift Shops

0.8 km

4.7

Cliff Avenue Florist

Fresh flowers, custom arrangements, same-day delivery

0.9 km

4.8

The Flower Mill

Handcrafted bouquets, plants, gift baskets

0.7 km

4.6

Little Green Apple

Greeting cards, gifts, Keepsake Ornaments

0.6 km

4.5

Hy-Vee Floral

Fresh flowers, plants, balloon bouquets

0.9 km

4.7

Buff City Soap

Handmade soaps, bath bombs, laundry products

1.0 km

4.9

Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry

Fine jewelry, custom designs, Polish imported gifts

Food and Restaurant

0.8 km

4.5

Minerva´s Restaurant

American, Steakhouse, Seafood

0.9 km

4.4

Phillips Avenue Diner

American, Diner, Breakfast

0.9 km

4.6

Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen

Sandwiches, American, Vegetarian-Friendly

1.0 km

4.5

Crawford´s Bar & Grill

Steakhouse, American, Bar

1.0 km

4.5

Ode to Food and Drinks

American, Contemporary, Bar

1.0 km

4.6

Josiah´s Coffeehouse & Cafe

Cafe, Coffee, Breakfast

Pharmacies

0.1 km

4.5

Avera Doctors Plaza 2 Outpatient Pharmacy

Outpatient pharmacy, prescription services

0.2 km

4.2

Sioux Falls Specialty Center Inpatient Pharmacy

Inpatient pharmacy, medication management

0.5 km

4.7

Avera 7th Avenue Pharmacy

Retail pharmacy, prescription refills

0.7 km

4.3

Avera McKennan Home Infusion

Home infusion services, specialty medications

0.8 km

4.6

Avera Cancer Institute Pharmacy

Oncology pharmacy, specialized medications

0.9 km

4.1

Walgreens Pharmacy

Retail pharmacy, drive-thru, 24/7 service

Taxi and Transportation

0.8 km

4.7

Surf Taxi

24/7 service, airport rides, group transportation

0.9 km

4.5

AAA Taxi Service

Clean cars, professional drivers, local knowledge

0.7 km

4.3

Big City Taxi

24-hour service, errand runs, casino trips

0.6 km

4.2

Superior Taxi

Reliable service, friendly drivers

0.8 km

3.8

Yellow Cab Taxi Co of Sioux Falls

Experienced drivers, city-wide coverage

1.0 km

4.6

Sioux Falls Wheelchair Transit Plus

Wheelchair accessible transportation

ATMs and Banks

0.4 km

4.5

First PREMIER Bank

ATM, Full-service banking

0.6 km

Wells Fargo ATM

24/7 ATM

0.7 km

3.8

U.S. Bank ATM

24/7 ATM

0.8 km

4.2

Great Western Bank

ATM, Full-service banking

0.9 km

4.3

Dacotah Bank

ATM, Full-service banking

1.0 km

3.9

MetaBank

ATM, Full-service banking

Parking Lots

0 km

4.5

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Parking

Valet parking available at 20th Street entrance

0.5 km

4.2

Avera McKennan Hospital Parking

Valet parking, surface lots, parking ramps connected by skywalk

0.1 km

The Center Inn Parking

Adjacent to Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital, convenient for patients and visitors

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.3

The Empire Mall

Dillard´s, Macy´s, Dick´s Sporting Goods, JCPenney

0.7 km

4.1

Park Ridge Galleria

Restaurants, retail shops

0.8 km

Beakon Centre

Office spaces, retail shops

Stationery and Copying Services

0.8 km

4.8

Sisson Printing

Offset and digital printing, bindery, mailing services

0.9 km

4.5

The UPS Store

Printing, copying, binding, banner printing, business cards

1.0 km

4.7

Harold´s Photo

Photo printing, custom cards, photobooks, stationery

Car Rental

0.8 km

4.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy to luxury cars, SUVs, vans, trucks

0.9 km

4.1

Budget Car Rental

Compact to full-size cars, SUVs, vans

1.0 km

Avis Car Rental

Economy to premium cars, SUVs, vans

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital consistently delivers outstanding care and personalized attention according to recent reviews. Patients and their families praise the efficiency and friendliness of the staff in various departments, from pre-op to discharge. The nurses are especially noted for their kindness and ability to form quick connections with patients, making them feel cared for and valued. Special acknowledgments were given to staff going the extra mile, such as preparing thoughtful birthday surprises or providing useful health advice. Reviewers appreciate the high level of professionalism and recommend the hospital for its clean facilities and compassionate care.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

Working Hours

General Hospital Hours

Monday - Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Urgent Care

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Recovery Care Unit

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Imaging Services

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Family Medicine Clinic

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Department Phones

Department	Phone
General Information	(605) 334-6730
Surgery Recovery Care Unit	(605) 335-4200
Medical Records	(605) 444-8796
Billing Office	(605) 444-1920
Midwest Imaging	(605) 444-8600
Urgent Care	(605) 444-8860

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English

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

NPI Number : 1316946809

910 E 20th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

(605) 334-6730

www.sfsh.com

Departments

Orthopedics

Pain Management

Gastroenterology

Urology

Ear, Nose and Throat

Urgent Care

Family Medicine

Occupational Health

Imaging

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Dr. Scott Lawson Baker

Dr. Michael S. Bauer

Dr. Keith M. Baumgarten

Dr. Richard Curd

Dr. Brian Devries

Dr. Jeffrey Halsell

Dr. Robert Heath

Dr. Richard Howard

Dr. Tom Howey

Dr. Mitchell Johnson

Dr. Syed Shah

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

The Center Inn

Hotel on Phillips

Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sioux Falls, SD

Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre

Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center

Florists and Gift Shops

Cliff Avenue Florist

The Flower Mill

Little Green Apple

Hy-Vee Floral

Buff City Soap

Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry

Food and Restaurant

Minerva´s Restaurant

Phillips Avenue Diner

Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen

Crawford´s Bar & Grill

Ode to Food and Drinks

Josiah´s Coffeehouse & Cafe

Pharmacies

Avera Doctors Plaza 2 Outpatient Pharmacy

Sioux Falls Specialty Center Inpatient Pharmacy

Avera 7th Avenue Pharmacy

Avera McKennan Home Infusion

Avera Cancer Institute Pharmacy

Walgreens Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

Surf Taxi