About Good Samaritan - Ottumwa
Nursing home overview and details
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa is an nursing home in Ottumwa, IA, serving Wapello County and the surrounding community. The facility has 126 certified beds with an average daily census of 105.6 residents.
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1994, bringing 32 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY, which provides administrative support and oversight. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.
The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Ottumwa, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.
Health Inspection
Average
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa provides 3.66 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.81 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 37.1%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 16.7%. Weekend staffing averages 3.39 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has received 2 fines totaling $91,569. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. Additionally, 1 infection control deficiency has been identified during health inspections. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
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About Good Samaritan - Ottumwa
What is the CMS rating for Good Samaritan - Ottumwa?
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Good Samaritan - Ottumwa have?
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has 126 certified beds with an average daily census of 105.6 residents.
What type of facility is Good Samaritan - Ottumwa?
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Wapello County in Ottumwa, IA.
How many doctors practice at Good Samaritan - Ottumwa?
1 physicians are affiliated with Good Samaritan - Ottumwa. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Good Samaritan - Ottumwa have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Good Samaritan - Ottumwa has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·