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 Inver Grove Heights
1301 50TH Street East, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 · Dakota County
The Good Samaritan Society – Inver Grove Heights is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. Request 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 outlookModerate availability
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.
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 Inver Grove Heights
Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Inver Grove Heights, MN, with 46 certified beds and an average of about 35 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 3.81 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.14 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.81 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Inver Grove Heights, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 46
- Avg. residents/day
- 35
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245285
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
- 3.81
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.14
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.4%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (40 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1301 50TH Street East, Inver Grove Heights, 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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How much does Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights cost?
Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights 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 Inver Grove Heights?
Staff provide about 3.81 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights?
Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights has 40 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights have availability?
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights offer?
Good Samaritan Society Inver Grove Heights in Inver Grove Heights, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 46 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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