Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse
1622 Walnut Street · Syracuse, NE · 68446 · 4022692251
88 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society Part of a CCRC
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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.59 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F January 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 9, 2023
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 9, 2023
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285138 · certified since February 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.