CMS data shows Good Samaritan Society - Algona earning a D grade with a score of 52/100, placing it below most facilities in Iowa. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Good Samaritan Society - Algona, with 3.19 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent inspections identified 30 deficiencies at Good Samaritan Society - Algona. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.19 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.56 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.12 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.83 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.28 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0688 Severity DProvide 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 medicDec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity GProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Oct 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Nov 20, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Nov 20, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 2.3% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 5.4% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 15.4% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.3% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 25.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.8% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 33.9% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $6,962
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 52 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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