nursing home in Sioux Falls, SD
Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor
1500 W 38th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 · (605) 336-1997
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor at a glance
Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Minnehaha County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 12 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $111,701.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.5% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 92
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Minnehaha County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435044
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.94 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.95 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.52 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.32 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.5% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.8% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 12 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 106 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $111,701 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 92 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 86 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.5% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 9% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.2% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6.7% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.3% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 26.4% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.7% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.2% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11.6% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.3% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 78.6% | 83.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 24, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| July 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| January 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| September 8, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $111,701 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 | Fine | $19,635 |
| March 5, 2026 | Fine | $70,980 |
| June 18, 2025 | Fine | $9,620 |
| October 17, 2024 | Fine | $11,466 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DTN STAFFING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| FOCUSONE SOLUTIONS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| FRASER, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2022 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GRAPE TREE MEDICAL STAFFING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2018 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| ORSTAD, KERI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| SANDGREN, DEEANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2023 |
| SANFORD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2025 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SCHIEFFER, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| WENZEL, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BROWN, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MCCAUSLAND, MAUREEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor's rating?
Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan Society Luther Manor is at 1500 W 38th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Phone: (605) 336-1997.
About this data
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