Avera

Avera Health is a comprehensive regional health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It serves a vast area including South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, and North Dakota. Established in 1897, Avera has grown to over 300 locations in 100 communities. The system provides healthcare services to nearly 1 million people.

As a fully integrated health system, Avera Health operates a diverse range of facilities and services:

• Hospitals: 33 hospitals offering acute care and specialized medical services.
• Primary and Specialty Care Clinics: 208 clinics providing general and specialized medical care.
• Senior Living Facilities: 40 locations catering to elderly needs.
• Home Care and Hospice Services: Compassionate care provided in patients' homes.
• Sports and Wellness Facilities: Centers promoting physical activity and well-being.
• Home Medical Equipment Outlets: Access to medical equipment for patient comfort.

Avera offers services in 60 distinct specialties including behavioral health, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, digestive diseases, bariatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, ophthalmology, pulmonology, pain management, neonatology, pediatrics, rheumatology, and women's health.

The organization is also committed to innovative healthcare delivery through its Avera eCARE™ telemedicine services. This system uses interactive video and technology to connect patients with specialists, improving access to specialized care especially in rural areas.

Established in 1999, Avera Health Plans provides affordable health insurance options to individuals, families, and employer groups in South Dakota and Iowa. It is the third-largest health plan in South Dakota, highlighting its importance in regional healthcare.

With a workforce exceeding 16,000 employees and physicians, Avera is South Dakota's largest private employer. Its name, derived from Latin meaning "to be well," reflects its mission to promote health and well-being across the communities it serves.

Locations

Avera's network includes key facilities such as:

• Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center: A tertiary care and teaching hospital located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
• Avera St. Luke's Hospital: Comprehensive medical services in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
• Avera Queen of Peace Hospital: Healthcare services in Mitchell, South Dakota.
• Avera St. Mary's Hospital: Medical care in Pierre, South Dakota.
• Avera Sacred Heart Hospital: Healthcare services in Yankton, South Dakota.
• Sioux Falls, SD, USA (multiple locations)