All citations for Good Samaritan - Decatur County

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

November 17, 2025

Showing 1 to 25 of 25 citations

No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0725, Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies. Inspection of April 28, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 10, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0801, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0812, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0222, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0550, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of April 28, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 10, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0677, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of April 28, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 10, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0679, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of April 28, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 10, 2025).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0325, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0355, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0372, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0753, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0610, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0641, Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0677, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0684, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Health citation F-0880, Infection Control Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 5, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.
Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of November 30, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 2, 2024).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.