Good Samaritan - Lemars
1140 Lincoln Street Ne · Le Mars, IA · 51031 · 7125464101
64 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025
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.
Corrected April 29, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 17, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected April 29, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 9, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2023
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected February 9, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E January 11, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 9, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 11, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 9, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165205 · certified since April 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.