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Good Samaritan Society, Windom, Windom, MN: 1 star rating, fined $126,542 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial

Good Samaritan Society, Windom in Windom, MN is owned by Sanford, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $126,542 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 35 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on February 12, 2026, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
705 Sixth Street, Windom, MN 56101
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
1 of 5
Certified beds
63
Residents per day
55 on average
Ownership type
Nonprofit, corporation
Legal business name
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
Chain
Good Samaritan Society, 92 facilities
Fines
$126,542 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
35, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
February 12, 2026
CMS Certification Number
245558
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
January 27, 2026Fine$126,542Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 27, 2026Payment denialNot listedFebruary 26, 202620data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
February 12, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyF: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
February 12, 2026F578Honor 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 harmCorrectedMarch 18, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.K: pattern, immediate jeopardyCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
January 27, 2026F550Honor 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 harmCorrectedFebruary 25, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 11, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 11, 2024F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
December 11, 2024F550Honor 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 harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2025data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 5, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F847Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 8, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 8, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 8, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F677Provide 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 harmCorrectedDecember 8, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 14, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 49 individual or personal trusts (4 managers, 21 officers, directors or trustees, 24 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
SanfordDirect owner100%January 1, 2019data.cms.gov
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyIndirect owner100%January 1, 2019data.cms.gov
SanfordOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 2019data.cms.gov
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 2019data.cms.gov
DTN Staffing IncAdditional disclosable partyNot listedAugust 2, 2024data.cms.gov
Grape Tree Medical Staffing LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedApril 13, 2018data.cms.gov
SanfordAdditional disclosable partyNot listedNovember 13, 2025data.cms.gov
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJanuary 1, 2019data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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