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Good Samaritan - Waukon

0.00 reviews · 0 verifiedWaukon, IALic. 165240
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JKLRecent citation with immediate-jeopardy / high severity (J/K/L)Source: CMS Health Citations
FINECMS fine: $8,281Source: CMS Penalties
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Good Samaritan – Waukon offers a range of senior living options, including independent living and long-term care, with a focus on quality service and compassionate care. Located near various medical facilities, the community provides a comfortable environment with amenities such as a dining room, salon, and walking path. Residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle tailored to their needs, with services including housekeeping, maintenance, and meal programs. The facility emphasizes a sense of community and support for the whole person.

Amenities
DiningRestaurant-Style Dining
Housekeeping & MaintenanceHousekeeping Services
Transportation & ShoppingGeneral Transportation Services
TherapiesOn-Site Rehabilitation Services
Fitness & Wellness ProgramsSalon Services
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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)
2.67 total HPRDRN 1.03 · weekend 90%Oct 2025 – Dec 2025
Survey history
8 inspections24 deficiencies on record
Federal IDs
CCN 165240

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

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Recent inspections
Health surveySep 2025 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-689SS JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Fire safetyApr 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL1 deficiencies
  • K-920SS DEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Health surveyApr 2025 · CMS4 deficiencies
  • F-640SS DEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
  • F-695SS DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
  • F-757SS DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
  • F-868SS EHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Health surveyJan 2025 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-550SS DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Fire safetyJul 2024 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL3 deficiencies
  • K-353SS FInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-363SS EInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  • K-511SS DHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Health surveyJul 2024 · CMS2 deficiencies
  • F-637SS BAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
  • F-880SS DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Fire safetyMay 2023 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL10 deficiencies
  • E-29SS FDevelop a communication plan.
  • E-4SS FDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
  • K-223SS EProvide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
  • 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-324SS FProvide properly protected cooking facilities.
  • K-347SS FProperly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
  • K-352SS FProperly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-353SS FInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-363SS EInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  • K-511SS DHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Health surveyMay 2023 · CMS2 deficiencies
  • F-688SS DProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
  • F-732SS CPost nurse staffing information every day.
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Ownership

Operated by GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY (nonprofit) since 1994.

  1. Jan 2019
    operator transition — SANFORD
    5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (100%) — SANFORD
Contact

21 East Main Street
Waukon, IA 52172

5635683447good-sam.com/locations/waukon?yxt_info=gss-location-GSS-2720&y_source=1_MTQyNTAxNDAtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
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