Good Samaritan - George

Good Samaritan - George is a non-profit, corporation-owned skilled nursing facility located at 324 First Avenue North in George, Iowa (zip code 51237), situated in Lyon County. The facility operates 36 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. It can be reached by phone at (712) 475-3391. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Good Samaritan - George holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5. This rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 3 out of 5, reflecting results from on-site inspections conducted by state survey agencies. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, representing the highest tier available and indicating staffing levels that exceed typical benchmarks when adjusted for resident acuity. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, based on clinical performance data across a range of resident health outcomes. The national average overall star rating for CMS-rated nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, providing a reference point for contextualizing these individual component scores. Good Samaritan - George is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning the facility is authorized to bill these federal and state programs for eligible residents. Individuals seeking placement at this facility may use Medicare coverage for qualifying short-term skilled nursing care following a hospital stay. Medicaid coverage may be available for longer-term care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility requirements. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to verify current coverage and availability. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0, Good Samaritan - George's overall rating of 4 stars places it above the national midpoint. Its staffing rating of 5 stars is notably strong relative to national norms, while the quality measure rating of 4 stars also exceeds the national average. The health inspection rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. As a smaller facility with 36 certified beds, Good Samaritan - George serves a limited capacity within the Lyon County area of northwest Iowa. All CMS ratings are subject to periodic updates based on new inspection cycles, staffing data submissions, and quality measure reporting periods.