Good Samaritan Society - Algona is a 3-star (average) rated 72-bed nursing home in Algona, Iowa. It has 3 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated March 2026

good samaritan society - algona

412 West Kennedy Street · Algona, IA 50511
3
★★★☆☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspections
3 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.52
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.19
RN Turnover
55.6%
Total Staff Turnover
42.6%
Facility Info
Beds
72
Avg. Residents/Day
61
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
3
Complaint Deficiencies
1
Total Fines
$6,962
Number of Penalties
2

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
October 2025 Fine $6,962
December 2023 Payment Denial

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Good Samaritan Society - Algona?
Good Samaritan Society - Algona has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars (Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Good Samaritan Society - Algona been fined or penalized?
Yes, Good Samaritan Society - Algona has 2 penalty record(s) on file totaling $6,962.
How many deficiencies does Good Samaritan Society - Algona have?
Good Samaritan Society - Algona has 3 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Good Samaritan Society - Algona accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Good Samaritan Society - Algona accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Good Samaritan Society - Algona compare to other nursing homes in Algona?
Visit our Algona, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Good Samaritan Society - Algona ranks against other facilities in the area.