B81

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare

Grade B 81/100 composite score

Non profit - Corporation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
4/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
4/5
Staffing
5/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

45

Ownership

Non profit - Corporation

Total Fines

None

Last Survey

N/A

1201 17TH STREET NE, AUSTIN, MN 55912
5074348537

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
1.04h
LPN
0.69h
CNA
3.18h
Total
4.91h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

SANFORD

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jan 2019

100%

THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2019

MITTAL, VIKAS

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince May 2022

MORRISON, TONY

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2019

STITT, CLARA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Feb 2023

BROWN, GEORGE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2025

DYKHOUSE, DANA

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

ENGBRECHT, WESLEY

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

GASSEN, WILLIAM

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

GULSVIG, NEIL

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

LUNDEEN, MARK

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2025

MOLBERT, LAURIS

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

NORTH, ANDREW

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

SCHIEFFER, KEVIN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2025

SHULKIN, DAVID

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

TEIKEN, BRENT

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

WENZEL, THOMAS

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2025

FLUIT, JOEL

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Oct 2022

GASSEN, WILLIAM

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince May 2024

MIDDLETON, AIMEE

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Jan 2022

OLSON, NICHOLAS

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Apr 2024

SCHEMA, NATHAN

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Jan 2022

Penalties & Fines

No penalties or fines on record.

Health Inspection Deficiencies (15)

March 27, 2025Health1 deficiency1 severe
0803JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Mar 26, 2025
March 6, 2025Health3 deficiencies
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 10, 2025
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 10, 2025
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Apr 4, 2025
November 7, 2024Health2 deficiencies
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 20, 2024
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor 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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 20, 2024
December 28, 2023Health8 deficiencies
0578DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0637DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0638DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0732CNo harm, Widespread

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0804EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
0883DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 31, 2024
June 27, 2023Health1 deficiency
0921EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 27, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare?

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare in AUSTIN, Minnesota has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 81 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare?

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare has an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare have?

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare has 15 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

How many beds does Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare have?

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare has 45 certified beds with approximately 40 current residents (89% occupancy). The facility is located at 1201 17TH STREET NE, AUSTIN, Minnesota 55912. It is a non profit - corporation facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.