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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Good Samaritan Society - Holstein

Good Samaritan Society - Holstein is a non profit - other facility in Holstein, IA with 60 certified beds and a 2-star overall CMS rating. The inspection file holds 22 deficiency records. Total penalties: $99K.

505 West Second Street, Holstein, IA 51025

Phone: 7123684304

Overall CMS Rating

2/5

vs 3.0 national avg

The verdict

Good Samaritan Society - Holstein holds a 2-star CMS overall rating — below the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing below the national norm. 2 inspection findings reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

2 / 5
CMS overall rating (nat'l avg 3.0)
3.51
Nursing hrs/resident-day (nat'l 3.89)
22
Inspection findings on file · 2 serious
$99K
Federal penalties (1)

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating. Read the components below — they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
165207
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
60
Residents
49
In Hospital
No
County
Ida
Last Inspection
Mar 20, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
1.01 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.30
CNA Hours
2.20
Total Nursing Hours
3.51 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.00
Nursing Turnover
42.1%
RN Turnover
16.7%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Good Samaritan Society - Holstein

Good Samaritan Society - Holstein operates 60 certified beds in Holstein, IA with approximately 49 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 22 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 2 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 1 penalty totaling $99K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 3.51 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 1.01 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Good Samaritan Society - Holstein falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 42.1%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (22 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 2, 2025 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 15, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0656

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

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 20, 2025 Tag: 0578

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 17, 2024 Tag: 0741

Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2024

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Aug 17, 2024 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2024

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Aug 17, 2024 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 17, 2024 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 27, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0801

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0726

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0689

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 15, 2022 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 13, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 15, 2022 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 13, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 15, 2022 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 13, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 23.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 2.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 3.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 4.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 1.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 7.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 92.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 72.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 19.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 37.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 94.2% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 72.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 2.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 24.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 48.7% Yes

Penalty History 1 penalties totaling $99K

Date Type Amount
Aug 17, 2024 Fine $99K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Good Samaritan Society - Holstein?
Good Samaritan Society - Holstein has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at Good Samaritan Society - Holstein?
Good Samaritan Society - Holstein reports 3.51 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.01 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 42.1%.
How many beds does Good Samaritan Society - Holstein have?
Good Samaritan Society - Holstein has 60 certified beds with approximately 49 residents. The facility is located at 505 West Second Street, Holstein, IA 51025.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Holstein have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Good Samaritan Society - Holstein has 22 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 2 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Good Samaritan Society - Holstein received any fines or penalties?
Yes, Good Samaritan Society - Holstein has received 1 penalties totaling $99K.
Who owns Good Samaritan Society - Holstein?
Good Samaritan Society - Holstein is classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Good Samaritan Society - Holstein last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Good Samaritan Society - Holstein was on Mar 20, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Good Samaritan Society - Holstein?
Good Samaritan Society - Holstein is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.