Good Samaritan Society - Superior

1710 Idaho Street · Superior, NE · 68978 · 4028794791

69 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 50
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 70
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 21
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.643.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.460.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day3.31≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year24%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (15 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · F July 10, 2025

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F July 10, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · F July 10, 2025

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · E July 10, 2025

    Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025 · found via complaint

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Corrected August 16, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024

    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Corrected August 16, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Corrected August 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected August 16, 2024 · Infection Control

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285187 · certified since May 1, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.