Good Samaritan Society Tyndall
2304 Laurel Street · Tyndall, SD · 57066 · 6055893350
68 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $37,552 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.60 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.62 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.15 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $49,720 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G July 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G January 24, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 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 February 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G September 28, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
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 October 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 28, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 17, 2025 | Fine | $14,015 |
| January 24, 2025 | Fine | $23,537 |
| September 28, 2023 | Fine | $12,168 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 435098 · certified since April 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.