Fairview University Trans Serv
Scout 100Minneapolis, MN · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Minneapolis's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,280–$16,450/mo
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Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake
413 13TH Avenue, Howard Lake, MN 55349 · Wright County
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake and The Lodge of Howard Lake are committed to providing assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation therapy. Schedule a tour.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (31 of 32 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.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Howard Lake
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Howard Lake, MN, with 32 certified beds and an average of about 31 residents per day. It operates as part of the Good Samaritan Society network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.68 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.64 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Howard Lake, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 32
- Avg. residents/day
- 31
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245278
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 | $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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.64
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.68
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 21.6%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-12Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-02-12Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
413 13TH Avenue, Howard Lake, MN
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake cost?
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Howard Lake, 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 Society - Howard Lake's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake?
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake?
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake have availability?
Typically 97% full (31 of 32 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 - Howard Lake offer?
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake in Howard Lake, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 32 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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