Good Samaritan Society - Larimore
Larimore, ND · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 355097) · 40 certified beds
Health inspection: — · Quality measures: — · Staffing: —
Federal fines: 2 totaling $119,935
Phone: (701) 343-6244 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published complete overall, health inspection, or staffing star ratings for Good Samaritan Society - Larimore in the available data, so a comparison to the North Dakota state average of 3.2 stars cannot be made from this record. Families should check Medicare Care Compare directly for the latest star ratings.
Good Samaritan Society - Larimore reports total nurse staffing of about 3.44 hours per resident per day, including about 0.92 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 78.9%. CMS has not reported a staffing star rating for this facility in the available data.
Good Samaritan Society - Larimore has 2 federal fines on record totaling $119,935.00, with 0 payment denials reported by CMS. This facility has also been placed in CMS's Special Focus Facility program, meaning it has a history of persistent quality problems and is subject to increased CMS inspections.
About this facility
Good Samaritan Society - Larimore is a non-profit corporation-owned nursing home located in Larimore, Grand Forks County, North Dakota. The facility has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since January 2, 1991, and is certified for 40 beds, with an average of 35.9 residents. It is part of the Good Samaritan Society chain, which operates 92 facilities nationwide with an average chain rating of 3.0 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare data, this facility's overall star rating, health inspection rating, quality measure rating, and staffing rating are not listed in the available data, so a direct star comparison to the North Dakota state average of 3.2 overall stars cannot be made from this record (marked 'not rated'). Nurse staffing levels show total nurse hours per resident per day of approximately 3.44, with RN hours per resident per day of about 0.92. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 78.9%.
On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $119,935.00 for this facility, and 0 payment denials.
Importantly, CMS has placed this facility in its Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which is reserved for nursing homes with a history of persistent quality problems and that are subject to increased inspection frequency by CMS until sustained improvement is demonstrated. Families should review the full inspection history on Medicare Care Compare before making a decision.
There has been no change of ownership reported in the last 12 months. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with Care Compare and the facility.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The available CMS data does not list an overall star rating for this facility, so it cannot be compared to the North Dakota state average of 3.2 stars; check Medicare Care Compare for the current rating.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, Good Samaritan Society - Larimore is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.44 hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 78.9%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $119,935.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
This facility is designated a CMS Special Focus Facility (SFF), meaning it has a history of persistent quality problems and receives increased inspection scrutiny; abuse icon status is not indicated in the available data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 40 beds and had an average of 35.9 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 includes 92 facilities with an average chain rating of 3.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since January 2, 1991.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates nursing homes on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, but the specific star values for this facility are not included in the available data — verify current ratings on Medicare Care Compare.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 7013436244 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 7013436244 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the full current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/355097?state=ND.
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.