Sioux Falls, SD · South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver
Medicaid Nursing Home & Assisted Living — Sioux Falls, SD
Medicaid nursing home coverage in Sioux Falls includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Sioux Falls.
Assisted living in Sioux Falls averages ~$3,700/month (near the SD state average of ~$3,700). South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. South Dakota CHOICES waiver provides HCBS.
South Dakota helpline: 1-866-854-5465
Key limits (screening estimates)
- Income: ~$2,829/mo
- Assets: ~$2,000 individual
South Dakota program notes
- • South Dakota CHOICES waiver provides HCBS.
- • Assisted living centers must be certified.
- • Sioux Falls and Rapid City have most options.
Next steps in Sioux Falls
- Contact South Dakota ADRC at 1-866-854-5465.
- Apply through South Dakota Medicaid.
- Request waiver intake.
AllyKin Affordability Gap Index
Medicaid vs Assisted Living Cost in Sioux Falls
Avg assisted living
$3,700/mo
South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver income limit
$2,829/mo
Affordability gap
1.3×
1.3× Medicaid income limit — verify waiver slots
Assisted living in Sioux Falls ($3,700/mo) is roughly 1.3× the South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver income limit (~$2,829/mo). Some families may qualify for waiver-covered care services, but room and board in assisted living typically remains private pay.
Annual AL cost equals ~15.7 months of the Medicaid income screening limit. Limits are estimates — verify with South Dakota Medicaid caseworker.
No phone number required. This screening tool is 100% free and private. Results are educational only — not legal or financial advice.
FAQs — Sioux Falls
Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Sioux Falls, SD?▾
Yes — South Dakota Medicaid (South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver) covers skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income limit ~$2,829/mo, assets ~$2,000, and a 60-month look-back apply statewide. Medicaid nursing home coverage in Sioux Falls includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Sioux Falls.
How do I qualify for Medicaid nursing home care in Sioux Falls?▾
Meet South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver income and asset limits, pass the 60-month look-back review, and receive a level-of-care assessment confirming nursing-facility need. Contact South Dakota ADRC at 1-866-854-5465. Compare CMS star ratings for Sioux Falls nursing homes before choosing a facility.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Sioux Falls, SD?▾
South Dakota's South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver may cover care services for eligible residents in participating communities. Room and board in standard assisted living is usually private pay. At ~$3,700/mo local AL cost, waivers often cover care hours — not housing. Use our free checker below.
What is the Medicaid income limit in Sioux Falls?▾
Statewide screening limit is approximately $2,829/month for individuals and $2,000 in countable assets. Sioux Falls does not have separate limits — South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver rules apply across South Dakota.
What Medicaid waivers help with assisted living in South Dakota?▾
South Dakota CHOICES waiver provides HCBS. Assisted living centers must be certified. Call 1-866-854-5465 for county-specific guidance.
How many assisted living facilities in Sioux Falls accept Medicaid?▾
The Sioux Falls area has approximately 20 licensed communities. Not all accept South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver waiver residents — always verify participation and waitlist status before touring.
What are the next steps to apply for South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver in Sioux Falls?▾
Contact South Dakota ADRC at 1-866-854-5465. Apply through South Dakota Medicaid. Request waiver intake.
Can I afford assisted living in Sioux Falls while on Medicaid?▾
Assisted living in Sioux Falls averages ~$3,700/month (near the SD state average of ~$3,700). South Dakota Medicaid / CHOICES Waiver may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. South Dakota CHOICES waiver provides HCBS.
Assisted Living in Sioux Falls
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Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.