Quick answers
- Where is Good Samaritan - Lemars?
- 1140 Lincoln Street NE, Le Mars, IA 51031, in Plymouth County, Iowa.
- What is the phone number of Good Samaritan - Lemars?
- (712) 546-4101, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Good Samaritan - Lemars?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Good Samaritan - Lemars been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Good Samaritan - Lemars.
- What did inspectors find at Good Samaritan - Lemars?
- In its last three inspection cycles (April 11, 2024 to May 14, 2026), Medicare lists 6 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (April 11, 2024 to May 14, 2026), Good Samaritan - Lemars had 6 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.18 hours per resident per day; the Iowa average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: May 14, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 14, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: April 17, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 17, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0851 Level F
“Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
Earlier cycle: April 11, 2024 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 11, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0725 Level D
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (8)
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0921 Level F
“Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.”
K0161 Level F
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0374 Level F
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0919 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Iowa | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.62 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.40 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.17 | 2.56 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.18 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.88 | 3.38 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.34 | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.7% | 44.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 27.3% | 42.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 92 nursing homes: Good Samaritan Society.
Legal business name: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford | Direct owner | 100% | January 1, 2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Indirect owner | 100% | January 1, 2019 |
| Sanford | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2019 |
| The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2019 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 |
| Average residents per day | 61.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Good Samaritan Society |
| Legal business name | The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1994-04-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 1140 Lincoln Street NE, Le Mars, IA 51031 |
| County | Plymouth County |
| State | Iowa |
| Phone | (712) 546‑4101 |
| CMS Certification Number | 165205 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Accura Healthcare of Le Mars1.3 mi · Le Mars, IA · 3 of 5 stars
- Happy Siesta Health Care Center9.2 mi · Remsen, IA · 4 of 5 stars
- Prairie Ridge Care Center16 mi · Orange City, IA · 5 of 5 stars
- Kingsley Specialty Care17 mi · Kingsley, IA · 2 of 5 stars
- Heartland Care Center18 mi · Marcus, IA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Floyd Valley Healthcare0.4 mi · Le Mars, IA · Critical Access Hospital
- Orange City Area Health System14 mi · Orange City, IA · Critical Access Hospital
- Sioux Center Health19 mi · Sioux Center, IA · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13