Skilled Nursing
Dakota Alpha
Scout 97Mandan, ND · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Mandan's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,640–$10,890/mo
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Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co
301 Lorrain Drive, Bismarck, ND 58503 · Burleigh County
Good Samaritan Society – Augusta Place offers independent living, assisted living, hospice and rehabilitation in Bismarck, North Dakota. Request a tour today.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 99% full (47 of 48 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 Bismarck's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Bismarck, ND, with 48 certified beds and an average of about 47 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: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.03 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5%, 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, and 2 federal fines totaling $16,036 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.32 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Bismarck for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 48
- Avg. residents/day
- 47
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 355125
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,640–$10,890/mo (median $9,500) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bismarck prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.32
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.03
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.5%
- 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
- 2 ($16,036)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-08-01Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-05-09Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-01-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2024-01-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-01 | Fine | $8,018 |
| 2024-05-09 | Fine | $8,018 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
301 Lorrain Drive, Bismarck, ND
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co
How much does Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co cost?
Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bismarck, ND area typically runs $8,640–$10,890 per month (median $9,500, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 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 Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co?
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co?
Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co have availability?
Typically 99% full (47 of 48 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 Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co offer?
Good Samaritan Society Augusta Place a Prospera Co in Bismarck, ND offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 48 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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