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Good Samaritan, Indianola, Indianola, IA: 1 star rating, fined $20,316 across 2 fines

Good Samaritan, Indianola in Indianola, IA is owned by Sanford, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $20,316 across 2 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 42 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on May 14, 2026, and 4 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
708 South Jefferson, Indianola, IA 50125
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
105
Residents per day
82 on average
Ownership type
Nonprofit, corporation
Legal business name
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
Chain
Good Samaritan Society, 92 facilities
Fines
$20,316 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
42, of which 4 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
May 14, 2026
CMS Certification Number
165186
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
April 24, 2025Fine$12,438Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 10, 2024Fine$7,878Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
May 14, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 14, 2026F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 13, 2026data.cms.gov
January 14, 2026F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 13, 2026data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 16, 2025data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 16, 2025data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 16, 2025data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 16, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
April 24, 2025F578Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2025data.cms.gov
January 30, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 19, 2025data.cms.gov
January 30, 2025F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 19, 2025data.cms.gov
January 30, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 19, 2025data.cms.gov
January 30, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 19, 2025data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
June 18, 2024F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 18, 2024data.cms.gov
January 10, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJanuary 24, 2024data.cms.gov
January 10, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2024data.cms.gov
January 10, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 26 individual or personal trusts (3 managers, 20 officers, directors or trustees, 3 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
SanfordDirect owner100%January 1, 2019data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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