Good Samaritan Society - International Falls
International Falls, MN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 245318) · 54 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: 1 totaling $8,190
Phone: (218) 283-8313 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Good Samaritan Society - International Falls has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Minnesota state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 5 stars.
Good Samaritan Society - International Falls reports 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.07 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 5 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 43.3%.
Good Samaritan Society - International Falls has 1 federal fine on record totaling $8,190.00, with no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility and it is not in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Good Samaritan Society - International Falls is a non-profit, Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in International Falls, Koochiching County, Minnesota. The facility is certified for 54 beds and has an average of 50.9 residents, indicating a small community setting. It has been certified since June 1986.
According to CMS Care Compare data, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Minnesota state average of 3.15. Its four component ratings are: health inspection rating of 3 stars, staffing rating of 5 stars, and quality measure rating of 2 stars.
Nurse staffing levels are reported at 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.07 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 43.3%.
Regarding penalties: CMS records show 1 federal fine on record totaling $8,190.00. There are no payment denials on record. There is no abuse icon flagged for this facility, and it is not currently listed under the CMS Special Focus Facility program.
This facility is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain, which operates 92 facilities nationally with a chain average rating of 3.0 stars, meaning this location rates above its own chain's average. There has been no change in ownership within the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator. Families are encouraged to review the full inspection record and quality measures directly on Medicare Care Compare for the most current details. Data reflects CMS Care Compare records as provided.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the Minnesota state average of 3.15.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.08 hours per resident per day, including 1.07 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 5 stars; nursing turnover is 43.3%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $8,190.00, and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, this facility does not have the CMS abuse icon and is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 54 beds and has an average of 50.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a non-profit corporation and is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain, which has 92 facilities nationally with a chain average rating of 3.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since June 1, 1986.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4, 3, 5, and 2 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 218-283-8313 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 218-283-8313 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/245318?state=MN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.