| Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare | |
| 1201 17th Street Ne, Austin, Minnesota 55912 | |
| (507) 434-8537 | |
| Name | Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare |
|---|---|
| Location | 1201 17th Street Ne, Austin, Minnesota |
| Certified By | Medicare and Medicaid |
| No. of Certified Beds | 45 |
| Average Residents per Day | 45.2 |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 245317 |
| Legal Business Name | The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society |
| Ownership Type | Non Profit - Corporation |
| Chain | Good Samaritan Society (92 nursing homes) |
| Chain Average Overall Rating | 3 out of 5 |
| NPI Number | 1477534899 |
| Match | Confirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records |
| Organization Name | The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society |
| Doing Business As | Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare |
| Address | 1201 17th St Ne, Austin, MN 55912 |
| Phone Number | 507-437-4526 |
| Ratings from Surveys (Inspections): | |
| Ratings from Quality Measures: | |
| Ratings from Staffing Data: | |
| Overall Rating: |
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| Staffing Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.04 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.92 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.51 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.6 | 2.32 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.7 | 3.42 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Physical therapist hours per resident per day | 0.07 | 0.07 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 28.3% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 18.2% | 42.9% |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 1 | 0.5 |
| Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon) | No |
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | $21,645 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 1 |
| Date | Deficiency | Harm Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2025 | 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. F0803, Nutrition and Dietary, Complaint inspection | Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past non-compliance (already corrected) |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Apr 10, 2025 |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Apr 10, 2025 |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880, Infection Control, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Apr 4, 2025 |
| Nov 7, 2024 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 20, 2024 |
| Nov 7, 2024 | 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. F0584, Resident Rights, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | 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. F0578, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition F0637, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. F0638, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883, Infection Control, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732, Nursing and Physician Services, Standard inspection | Minimal harm potential, widespread | Corrected by Jan 31, 2024 |
| Quality Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 18.07 | 13.87 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.41 | 5.19 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0 | 0.82 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.96 | 1.59 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0 | 12.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0 | 0.13 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 5.66 | 3.23 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.06 | 93.55 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.78 | 82.04 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.69 | 1.56 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 32.27 | 14.07 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 12.94 | 19.52 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100 | 95.46 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 78.3 | 79.75 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.43 | 4.62 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.77 | 19.01 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 9.52 | 15.38 |
Sacred Heart Care Center Location: 1200 12th Street Southwest, Austin, Minnesota 55912 Phone: (507) 433-1808 |