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Good Samaritan Society Howard
Nursing home Howard, SD
300 West Hazel Avenue, Howard, SD 57349 · (605) 772-4481
Overall rating 5
Health inspections 5
Staffing 3
Quality of resident care 5
Certified beds45
Residents on an average day38
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation · Good Samaritan Society
Medicare-certified sinceMar 1, 1994
Ratings compared with South Dakota and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 3 | 3.5 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 5 | 2.7 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with South Dakota and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.39 | 3.79 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.69 | 0.80 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 53.7% | 48.2% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 28.6% | 34.7% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).