Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare
1201 17th Street Ne · Austin, MN · 55912 · 5074348537
45 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 21% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $21,645 |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 28, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C December 28, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 27, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2025 | Fine | $21,645 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245317 · certified since June 1, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.