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Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista
2011 Grandview Drive, Wamego, KS 66547 · Pottawatomie County
The Good Samaritan Society - Wamego is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. Request a tour.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (42 of 45 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Wamego
Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wamego, KS, with 45 certified beds and an average of about 42 residents per day. It operates as part of the Good Samaritan Society network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.75 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.06 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $26,525 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.75 hrs/resident/day)
- •$26,525 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Wamego for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 45
- Avg. residents/day
- 42
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175359
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 | $7,370–$9,380/mo (median $8,150) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Manhattan 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
- 3.75
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.06
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 22%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 2 ($26,525)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2024-02-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-05-16Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2024-02-05Severity F — 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.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-16 | Fine | $9,315 |
| 2024-03-27 | Fine | $17,210 |
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
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
2011 Grandview Drive, Wamego, KS
- 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 - Valley Vista cost?
Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wamego, KS area typically runs $7,370–$9,380 per month (median $8,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista?
Staff provide about 3.75 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista?
Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-02-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista have availability?
Typically 94% full (42 of 45 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista offer?
Good Samaritan Society - Valley Vista in Wamego, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 45 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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