Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook
Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook is a 3-star rated nursing home in Westbrook, MN with 32 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 39 health violations on record. Federal fines total $6,500 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: January 9, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Minnesota public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2020 1 penalties totaling $6,500
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 8 violations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2023 11 violations
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.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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.
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
2022 5 violations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2021 4 violations
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2020 2 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 4 violations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2018 3 violations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2017 2 violations
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis.
Frequently Asked Questions About Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook
- What violations has Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook received?
- Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook has 39 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook?
- Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook safe?
- Safety at Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook?
- Phone: (507) 274-6155. Address: 149 First Street, Box 218, Westbrook, MN. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook offer?
- Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook is a skilled nursing facility with 32 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Westbrook, MN?
- Compare Good Samaritan Society - Westbrook with other nursing homes in Westbrook, MN on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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