Prairie Lakes Nephrology
Dialysis • Watertown, SD • Since 1986 • Two dialysis units located in Watertown, SD and Sisseton, SD; also mentions locations in Ortonville, MN per text snippet? (verify: text says three dialysis units located in Watertown, SD; Sisseton, SD; and Ortonville, MN) locations
About
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System offers comprehensive kidney care and related dialysis services as part of its broader nephrology and medical services. Key points: - Nonprofit regional health system based in Watertown, SD (founded 1986) with a 4-location footprint and a focus on rural healthcare excellence. - Services likely include nephrology consultation, kidney disease management, and dialysis as part of its medical and surgical care portfolio. - Additional related services: primary care, rehab & therapy, radiology, lab, and emergency/inpatient care to support kidney patients. - Contact: info@prairielakes.com or 605-882-7000 for appointments and referrals; main campus at 401 9th Avenue NW, Watertown, SD. If you need details on exact dialysis modalities offered (in-center vs.
Clinic Type
Dialysis
Address
Nephrology is located on the first floor of the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic in Watertown, SD
Phone
605-882-7777 (clinic appointment)
info@prairielakes.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Telehealth check-in available
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FAQs
What services does Prairie Lakes Nephrology provide?
Diagnosis and treatment for kidney diseases; nephrology program serves electrolyte disturbances and hypertension.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades: 87% of hospital patients would recommend the facility; 61% gave a top rating for hospital experience. (202 provider reviews on Healthgrades.)
Patients praise
- High willingness among hospital patients to recommend the facility (87%).
- Dialysis services are certified by CMS with specific quality measures reported.
- Some providers recognized for being friendly, professional, and thorough.
Common complaints
- Negative experiences and complaints focused primarily on the Emergency Room (ER) regarding perceived negligence, communication issues, and responsiveness.
- Isolated reports of unprofessional conduct or rudeness by staff.
"87% of patients at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System-Watertown are willing to recommend this hospital to others."
— US News Health"I just recently started going to Dr. Shah and I am very impressed with how she explains things and treats me as a person."
— Healthgrades patient review"This hospital is not recommended!"
— LocalityBiz patient reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Sanford, Prairie Lakes Healthcare announce combination - Sanford Health News — Oct 31, 2025
- Sanford, Prairie Lakes Healthcare announce combination - Sanford Health News — Oct 31, 2025
- Sanford Health combines with Watertown-based health system - SiouxFalls.Business — Oct 31, 2025
- Prairie Lakes Healthcare to merge with Sanford | Watertown Current — Oct 31, 2025
- Sanford Health, Prairie Lakes to merge | Healthcare Finance News — Nov 4, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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The Kidney Dialysis Unit at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System in Watertown, SD offers hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis services. Located on the 4th floor at 401 9th Avenue N.W., the unit operates Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:00am to 5:00pm, and Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 6:00am to 10:30am. The clinic accepts most insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
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