Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse
1622 Walnut Street, Syracuse, NE 68446
Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse is a nursing home in Syracuse, Nebraska. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 4 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 4 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (402) 269-2251
- Last standard health inspection
- June 30, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 88
- Residents per day, on average
- 50.3
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
- Chain
- Good Samaritan Society
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Nebraska average (9 vs 19).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on June 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
Citation F0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
19 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 30, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0222 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0354. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0355 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0374. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0374 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0900. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0921 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0500. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0500 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0753. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0781. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0919. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.5 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
5 citations
Health inspection on January 16, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
13 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 16, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.
Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0374. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.
Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2025.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2025.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.4 to 2.8 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 9, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2024.
10 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 9, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation E0001. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0500. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Citation K0922. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- SANFORD5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2019
- THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2019
- MORRISON, TONYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2019
- SHELL, STEPHENOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/30/2015
- TEMPELMEYER, ZACHARIAHOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2014
Questions
When was Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse last inspected?
CMS lists June 30, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse have?
CMS lists 9 health citations since January 9, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse?
Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.
Is Good Samaritan Society - Syracuse a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.