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Good Samaritan Society - Pipestone

0.00 reviews · 0 verifiedPIPESTONE, MNLic. 245591
Signals
JKLRecent citation with immediate-jeopardy / high severity (J/K/L)Source: CMS Health Citations
FINECMS fine: $26,685Source: CMS Penalties
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About

Good Samaritan Society – Pipestone offers a welcoming environment for seniors, providing assisted living and long-term care services. Located in Pipestone, Minnesota, the facility is surrounded by nature trails, ponds, and local attractions, including the historic downtown and Pipestone National Monument. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including private apartments, a wellness center, library, and on-site salon. The community emphasizes compassionate care and engaging activities, ensuring residents lead fulfilling lives. With a commitment to quality service, the facility also provides caregiver support and rehabilitation therapy.

Amenities
Housekeeping & MaintenanceHousekeeping ServicesLaundry Services
Transportation & ShoppingGeneral Transportation Services
TherapiesOn-Site Rehabilitation Services
Fitness & Wellness ProgramsSalon Services
Inside AmenitiesLibraryChapel/Meditation Room
Outside AmenitiesGarden
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Medicare overall
3/5Medicare.gov Care Compare stars are shown for context only. They are never part of the Unbeatable composite score.
Staffing (PBJ)
3.33 total HPRDRN 0.70 · weekend 85%Oct 2025 – Dec 2025
Survey history
7 inspections23 deficiencies on record
Federal IDs
CCN 245591

Overall: 3/5 · Health: 3/5 · Staffing: 4/5 · QM: 3/5

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Recent inspections
Health surveyJan 2026 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-805SS JEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Fire safetyMay 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL5 deficiencies
  • K-291SS FInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
  • K-321SS FEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
  • K-325SS FHave properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
  • K-353SS FInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-363SS DInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Health surveyMay 2025 · CMS6 deficiencies
  • F-657SS DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  • F-695SS DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
  • F-842SS DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
  • F-880SS FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
  • F-881SS DImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
  • F-883SS DDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Fire safetyMar 2024 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL1 deficiencies
  • K-923SS DHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Health surveyMar 2024 · CMS4 deficiencies
  • F-656SS DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
  • F-684SS DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
  • F-689SS DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  • F-758SS DImplement 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.
Fire safetyApr 2023 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL3 deficiencies
  • K-321SS EEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
  • K-353SS FInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-712SS CHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Health surveyApr 2023 · CMS3 deficiencies
  • F-644SS DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
  • F-758SS DImplement 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.
  • F-880SS DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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Ownership

Operated by GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY (nonprofit) since 1991.

  1. Jan 2019
    operator transition — SANFORD
    5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (100%) — SANFORD
  2. Jan 2019
    operator transition — THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY
    5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (100%) — THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY
Contact

1311 NORTH HIAWATHA
PIPESTONE, MN 56164

5078255428good-sam.com/locations/pipestone?yxt_info=gss-location-GSS-4180-pip&y_source=1_MTQyNTAxMTEtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
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