Good Samaritan Ambassador
8100 Medicine Lake Road · New Hope, MN · 55427 · 7634174171
77 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.70 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.90 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.06 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (2 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 245149 · certified since February 26, 1968. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.