Good Samaritan Society - Larimore
501 E Front St · Larimore, ND · 58251 · 7013436244
40 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- On the federal Special Focus list of the most persistently poor performers.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $119,935 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility
CMS has designated this facility one of the most persistently poor performers in the country — it is under increased inspection and enforcement.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$119,935 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.84 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: not rated Inspections: not rated Staffing: not rated Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.84 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.69 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.57 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $119,935 |
Inspection citations (48 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2026
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 April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 5, 2025 | Fine | $110,825 |
| July 9, 2025 | Fine | $9,110 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 355097 · certified since January 2, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.