All citations for Good Samaritan - Estherville

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

January 15, 2026

Showing 1 to 15 of 15 citations

  1. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Health citation F-0851, Administration Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 12, 2024).

  2. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0004, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 15, 2024).

  3. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0211, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 14, 2024).

  4. 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.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 1, 2024).

  5. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0324, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 1, 2024).

  6. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 1, 2024).

  7. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0711, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 15, 2024).

  8. 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 October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 30, 2024).

  9. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0761, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 5, 2024).

  10. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0921, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 19, 2024).

  11. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 12, 2024).

  12. 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.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0812, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 12, 2024).

  13. 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 October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 1, 2024).

  14. 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.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Health citation F-0550, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 12, 2024).

  15. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Health citation F-0657, Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies. Inspection of October 31, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 12, 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.