Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center
Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center is a 2-star rated nursing home in Sioux Falls, SD with 98 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 55 health violations on record. Federal fines total $212,673 across 9 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: June 13, 2024.
Staff turnover rate: 70.8% — significantly above the national average.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and South Dakota 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
Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.
Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 1 penalties totaling $27,040
Fine
2021 2 penalties totaling $18,831
Fine
Fine
2020 5 penalties totaling $154,638
Fine
Fine
Fine
Payment Denial
Fine
2019 1 penalties totaling $12,164
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2024 4 violations
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.
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
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.
2023 1 violations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2022 10 violations
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.
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
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.
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.
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2021 16 violations
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
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.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 4 violations
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 8 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2018 5 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2017 1 violations
Listen to the resident groups and act on their complaints and suggestions that affect resident care and life.
2016 6 violations
Listen to the resident groups and act on their complaints and suggestions that affect resident care and life.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions About Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center
- What violations has Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center received?
- Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center has 55 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 Sioux Falls Center?
- Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center 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 Sioux Falls Center safe?
- Safety at Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center 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 Sioux Falls Center?
- Phone: (605) 336-6252. Address: 401 West Second Street, Sioux Falls, SD. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center offer?
- Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center is a skilled nursing facility with 98 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
- Compare Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center with other nursing homes in Sioux Falls, SD on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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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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