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HomeMinnesotaGood Samaritan Society - Comforcare

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare

1201 17th Street Ne, Austin, MN 559125074348537
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
45
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 45 certified beds with an average of 40.3 residents per day (90% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 6 deficiencies (inspected Nov 7, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.38 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 31.4%

• Part of the Good Samaritan Society chain (90 facilities)

Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Austin, Minnesota with 45 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. The facility scored above average compared to Minnesota facilities.

Beds
45
Avg Residents/Day
40.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 1, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Mower
Last Inspection
Nov 7, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
40.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0803Immediate Jeopardy

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.

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0578Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0638Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0883Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.84 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.61 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.93 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.38 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.08 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
31.4%
RN Turnover
22.2%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (25)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SANFORD5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 2019
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2019
MITTAL, VIKASOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022
MORRISON, TONYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2019
STITT, CLARAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 13, 2023
BROWN, GEORGECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
DYKHOUSE, DANACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
ENGBRECHT, WESLEYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
GASSEN, WILLIAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
GULSVIG, NEILCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
LUNDEEN, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
MCCAUSLAND, MAUREENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
MOLBERT, LAURISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
NORTH, ANDREWCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
SCHIEFFER, KEVINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
SHULKIN, DAVIDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
TEIKEN, BRENTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
WENZEL, THOMASCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
FLUIT, JOELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2022
GASSEN, WILLIAMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 30, 2024
MIDDLETON, AIMEECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 27, 2022
OLSON, NICHOLASCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 8, 2024
SCHEMA, NATHANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare?▾
Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare had any health inspection violations?▾
Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 7, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare?▾
Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare provides 4.38 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.93 RN hours, 0.61 LPN hours, and 2.84 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 31.4%.
How many beds does Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare have?▾
Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare has 45 certified beds with an average of 40.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Austin, Minnesota with an average rating of 3.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Austin nursing homes page.

Part of Good Samaritan Society

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