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Good Samaritan Ambassador

8100 Medicine Lake Road, New Hope, MN 55427 · Hennepin County

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 98% full (75 of 77 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of New Hope's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Good Samaritan Ambassador is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in New Hope, MN, with 77 certified beds and an average of about 75 residents per day. It operates as part of the Good Samaritan Society network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.90 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.70 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓No federal fines on record

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in New Hope for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 77
Avg. residents/day: 75
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Good Samaritan Society
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 245149

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,280–$16,450/mo (median $13,940)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Minneapolis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.70; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.90; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 37.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 0
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-04-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (2 citations on record — showing the latest 2). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

8100 Medicine Lake Road, New Hope, MN

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Good Samaritan Ambassador

How much does Good Samaritan Ambassador cost?

Good Samaritan Ambassador does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the New Hope, MN area typically runs $12,280–$16,450 per month (median $13,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Good Samaritan Ambassador's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Ambassador 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Good Samaritan Ambassador?

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Ambassador?

Good Samaritan Ambassador has 2 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Good Samaritan Ambassador have availability?

Typically 98% full (75 of 77 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Good Samaritan Ambassador offer?

Good Samaritan Ambassador in New Hope, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 77 beds.

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